11/06/2017
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"In my home State of Arizona, outdoor recreation is a $10 billion industry that supports $3.5 billion in wages and salaries."
"The Outdoor Industry Association estimates that outdoor recreation creates $646 billion in direct consumer spending, and $80 billion in Federal, State, and local taxes."
"The importance of the industry is why I have introduced legislation to create a 21st Century Great Outdoors Commission."
"Thank you, Chairman Bishop. Thank you for holding this hearing today. I think this is a critical issue, and one that deserves attention."