Bruce F. Vento: “H.R. 2473, the Montana Wilderness Act, as reported by the Committee on Natural Resources, addresses the controversy over…”

“H.R. 2473, the Montana Wilderness Act, as reported by the Committee on Natural Resources, addresses the controversy over 6 million acres of national forest roadless lands in Montana. The committee's bill is an important conservation measure that deserves the support of the House. Most aspects of the Montana wilderness issue are of national importance and transcend that individual State. I have had hundreds of Minnesota constituents, as well as hundreds of others from around the country write, call, or otherwise contact me to express their concerns about Montana wilderness. Rarely has this type of response and interest occurred with regards to wilderness measures. Congressman Williams, myself, and others have worked on an appropriate response to address the many concerns raised about the Montana wilderness issue--concerns that I voiced and concerns voiced by the people of Montana. The bill we bring before you today reflects these concerns and is the direct result of congressman Williams' help and support.”