Tom Udall actually said...

"There is often a sense that the Forest Service does not offer any flexibility to work through options and come to a reasonable solution for all interests."

"I was pleased this subcommittee was able to secure additional funding for alcohol and substance abuse programs in the Omnibus."

"I have heard, Chief, of complaints from stakeholders in New Mexico that when consultation is required for an Endangered Species Act on national forest lands, rather than coming to the table to work th..."

"We all want to find what is best for the species, the forests, and New Mexicans within the law."