It is imperative that we enhance rather than hinder the resources to keep our private working forests operating so they can provide the clean air, pure water, and quality jobs that our nation depends on.
Emphasizing the need for resources to protect forests and support jobs.
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I also want to express our deep appreciation to Congressman Doug LaMalfa as the prime sponsor of this bill.
Farmers like the current conservation programs that are out there, EQIP and the others, but this new one here is going to require them to jump through hoops in order to maybe be competitive or not.
I can cite one example in my own district. Elderberry bushes are required to be basically untouched because an elderberry beetle may come along.
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