On the recordSeptember 28, 1996
Today is indeed an historic day, not just for New Jersey and New York but for all Americans concerned about clean drinking water and preserving the environment. Persistence and hard work has brought Sterling Forest here today again for another vote. Unlike other issues we consider in this body, there is literally no tomorrow for preserving Sterling Forest. The contract for the purchase of the land would expire, and if we did not act tonight as we are doing, the safe drinking water for over millions of New Jersey citizens would be in jeopardy. I am pleased to say that by the action tonight this body is showing its responsibility and assuring that we have safe drinking water for over 2 million New Jersey citizens. In addition to drinking water, Sterling Forest serves as a sanctuary for millions of people in that area. This is the last pristine area that will serve millions of people for future generations to come.
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