"S. 637, introduced by Senators Baucus and Tester, authorizing the construction of regional water systems in eastern Montana and a portion of North Dakota."
"S. 789, introduced by Senator Feinstein, requires the Bureau of Reclamation to conduct a study of feasibility and sustainability of a reservoir that would be a key component of an Indian water rights ..."
"S. 1080, introduced by Senators McCain and Kyl, will clarify the jurisdiction of the Secretary of the Interior with respect to C.C."
"Thank you, Commissioner Connor. We appreciate you being here today and we will look forward to hearing more about the work of the Bureau of Reclamation on important water issues."
"The United States Government has a fiduciary responsibility to the Tule River Indian Tribe."
"Salmon are a way of life in Washington state and their protection is critical to our heritage, our culture, and our economy."
"First, I would like to talk about why designating part of Illabot Creek in Skagit County as a Wild and Scenic River is so important to Washington State."
"Senator Murray and I introduced this legislation to designate 14.3 miles of a segment of Illabot Creek as part of the National Wild and Scenic Rivers system."
"The Skagit River watershed supports one of the largest wintering bald eagle concentrations in the lower 48 States."
"I have heard from many of my constituents in and around the North Cascades National Park, and they want the fish stocking to continue."
"I have also heard from constituents who are concerned about the potential impacts of continued fish stocking."
"I look forward to hearing the testimony of the Department of the Interior and others on these issues."
