For Immediate Release
Office of the Press Secretary
May 20, 2003
President Commends House for Action on Healthy Forests
Statement by the President
In Focus: Healthy Forests
Today's action by the House on the Healthy Forests Restoration Act of
2003, is an important step toward implementing the kind of active
forest management that is good for both the environment and our
economy. It will save lives and the national treasure of our great
forests, with their wildlife, trees, waters, habitat and other natural
resources.
I urge the Senate to act quickly on this much needed legislation.
As this year's fire season progresses, we must equip Federal land
managers with the tools they need to protect lives and communities,
restore forest health and safeguard habitat and watersheds.
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