Erosion continues to occur at very high rates.

We are making progress, but there is much more to be done.

I noted in my Message that lands administered by BLM contain areas of great cultural and ecological value.

I am proud of the achievements of this period.

The Federal Government will make cost-effective investments in protecting and enhancing these lands within the constraints of fiscal responsibility.

The federal agencies, coastal states, local governments, the private sector, scientists and citizen groups should be asked to participate in the review process.

The Federal Government will seek to resolve conflicts among competing uses in a spirit of cooperation and trust, and will make—not avoid—tough decisions on the allocation of the valued resources of public lands.

Transportation funds are used to promote energy conservation.

We must also embark on a major energy production effort through a new Energy Security Corporation.

Since 1935 wind and water erosion have reduced by half the top soil on nearly one-third of the Nation's potentially usable croplands.

I am therefore directing you to manage the public lands administered by BLM in accordance with the following principles:

I am establishing an interagency IPM Coordinating Committee to assure implementation of this directive and to oversee further development and implementation of integrated pest management practices.