United States Senator          Serving the Citizens of Idaho

Larry Craig

News Release


Dan Whiting (202)224-8078
Sid Smith (208)342-7985

For Immediate Release:
March 10, 2006

Craig Comments on Norton Resignation

She "will be missed."

WASHINGTON, D.C. - Idaho Senator Larry Craig commented on the resignation of Secretary of Interior Gale Norton today. Norton served for five years in the position.

"Secretary Norton played a vital role in pushing the Healthy Forest Initiative and bringing common sense to endangered species recovery," Craig said. "She has been innovative and brought a great deal of respect to Interior. Her leadership will be missed and I wish her the best of luck in her future endeavors."

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