John Salazar: “This is an imperative agenda because our environmental and economic and national security depend on our success on this…”

We have been able to address some of the issues along the urban interface areas, but, as you see, the devastation is incredible in Colorado.

Achieving these objectives requires a Secretary willing to engage Indian country, listen to and appreciate the wisdom and experience of Indian tribal leaders.

We can't be hostage to the whims of dictators from the Middle East or other places around the world.

The mountain pine beetle epidemic in Colorado and throughout the West is devastating, Madam Chair. It is destroying our forests and threatening our communities.