Political Quotes

“Those recreating in Idaho, whether residents or tourists, will likely head to lands encompassed by this bill. More than 2 million acres in Idaho alone will be affected, which will in turn affect many of the uses enjoyed in Idaho, four wheelers and off-highway motorbikes, hunting, boating, and shooting. All of that today is at risk because of the legislation before us. But more than just recreation is threatened by the bill. Federally managed public lands, treasured by so many, are in jeopardy of being cut off except to those who have the health and the strength to hike or perhaps to mountain bike. My 84-year-old mother can only walk with a walker but still enjoys the outdoors. With activities including off-highway vehicle use threatened under this bill, my mother and others like her will have no meaningful way to enjoy these lands. Public lands should be available for everyone, including the elderly and people with disabilities, not just a select few. We can and must do better.”