Peter DeFazio actually said...

We need to provide for a sustainable solution that serves our forests, our communities, and our counties better.

Thank you, Mr. Chairman, and thanks to you and Chairman Bishop for this opportunity by granting the request to myself, Representative Schrad...

The timing is very important. I have a number of counties in Western Oregon that are on the brink of insolvency.

The O&C Lands are legally unique and have been at the center of expensive and complex legal challenges.