02/09/2016
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"I applaud the intent of H.R. 4316 to track the funds expended to respond to ESA lawsuits..."
"It is very difficult for people in the local community to trust the bureaucrats in Washington when they give an answer like that that affects hundreds of people."
"Should the Fish and Wildlife Service and the National Marine Fisheries Service be basing listings and other important decisions on studies and opinions that cannot be accessed or verified?"
"H.R. 4316, The Endangered Species Recovery Transparency Act, introduced by Rep. Lummis, would require the FWS to report the resources used to respond to ESA litigation."