Gov. Little comments on new Biden dam removal reports

Boise, Idaho – Governor Brad Little issued the next assertion at present after the Biden administration launched new reviews calling for the removing of dams on the Decrease Snake River.

“I’ve been clear in my opposition to dam breaching as a result of it’s not a silver bullet for salmon restoration. Idaho has proven management and dedication to bringing collectively numerous pursuits to make sure considerable, sustainable populations of salmon and steelhead for current and future generations.

“It’s disappointing the Biden administration would launch any report on dam breaching that doesn’t keep in mind Idaho’s issues within the Columbia Basin. If Biden is actually desirous about figuring out broadly supported options, I might encourage his administration to take a look at the 20 months of labor our numerous Idaho Salmon Workgroup put into figuring out 29 options that assist salmon, our financial system, and thriving communities.

“As a substitute of evaluating the removing of unpolluted, renewable carbon-free hydropower from our vitality portfolio, Biden ought to deal with serving to American households grappling with crushing fuel costs and inflation.”

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