Don Young: “At this time, I yield 1 minute to the gentleman from Oklahoma (Mr. Cole).”

I come before you today to plead on behalf of all Alaskans for relief from the inimical policies imposed by the current Administration.

The Endangered Species Act, we should celebrate when these species get to the numbers that we need, so we can have Minnesota manage these wolves.

We therefore firmly believe that a 45-day comment period will allow all stakeholders and the general public more than enough time to review the SEIS and provide meaningful comment.

I would welcome the opportunity to discuss Willow with you at any time, and further to facilitate your meeting with the groups above to hear from them directly.