04/01/2014
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"I especially want to thank Representative Chris Stewart for his work on this balanced legislation, which is vital to the future of the desert tortoise and Washington County, Utah."
"the county is operating under the old HCP that has been extended by the USFWS while the county works in 'good faith' to renew the permit."
"Thank you, Chairman. And before Mr. Foxley leaves the room I would like to welcome him and other members from my home state."
"5597 reflects a well-balanced compromise that has been achieved by Congressman Stewart and his staff who have worked diligently with local communities and experts in biology and ecology."