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Jeff Bingaman is a former U.S. Senator from New Mexico, serving from 1983 to 2013. A member of the Democratic Party, he was known for his work on energy policy, education, and healthcare. During his tenure, Bingaman played a significant role in shaping legislation related to renewable energy and was a strong advocate for the development of clean energy technologies. He served as the Chairman of the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee, where he focused on issues such as energy efficiency and the promotion of alternative energy sources.
We have grave concerns about giving wilderness designation to lands adjacent to the border, with all the inherent security issues such as illegal trespass, illegal transport of drugs and of people, land desecration, while putting life and…
We strongly suggest this committee hold a field hearing where the land and the people exist so that all issues and interests can be fully aired and discussed with the folks most affected.
Senators Bingaman and Udall introduced S. 1689, the Organ Mountains-Desert Peaks Wilderness Act.
The Organ Mountains are among the many scenic landscapes in Dona Ana County that define Southern New Mexico and the rich culture of its people.
I trust that the Committee will consider the need for an alternative land protection designation.
The citizens of Las Cruces and the surrounding communities want to ensure that the area will continue to develop in a way that preserves the surrounding pristine landscapes.
Preserving these majestic forests as wilderness is consistent with the goals of the existing land management plan and will ensure permanent protection.
The Organ Mountains-Desert Peaks Wilderness Act will promote future growth by securing the special quality of life our County has to offer.
The areas that are designated by this bill have very low potential for oil and gas development.
The Organ Mountains-Desert Peaks Wilderness Act celebrates and preserves a portion of the unique and delicate landscape of southern New Mexico.
The proposed Devil's Staircase Wilderness Area contains some of the finest old growth forests that remain in Oregon's Coast Range and a wealth of threatened and endangered wildlife.
Years of negotiation and cooperation have resulted in the legislation being introduced today.
I am especially pleased that we're having the hearing on the legislation to designate approximately 29,650 acres surrounding the Devil's Staircase Waterfall in Wasson Creek as wilderness.
Senator Bingaman and Senator Udall's legislation provides us with much needed clarity on public lands conservation.
If confirmed, she will be the first woman to head the USGS in its 130-year history.
Both Dr. McNutt and Dr. Majumdar are extremely well qualified for the positions to which the President has nominated them.
The Organ Mountains-Desert Peaks Wilderness Act will protect approximately 259,000 acres of wilderness.
I appreciate the leadership that you and Senator Udall demonstrated by introducing this important legislation.
This legislation has also brought together an impressive and diverse group of citizens to help develop this proposal.
Thus, our unanimous resolution passed on September 22, 2009, in support of the Organ Mountains-Desert Peaks Wilderness Act was the culmination of years of effort.
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