WESTERMAN, COLLEAGUES INTRODUCE THE FIX OUR FORESTS ACT

Today, House Natural Resources Committee Chairman Bruce Westerman (AR-04)and Congressman Scott Peters (D-CA-50)introduced the Fix Our Forests Act, bipartisan legislation to restore forest health, increase resiliency to devastating wildfires, and protect at-risk communities. Congressman Westerman released the following statement:

"As Chairman of the House Natural Resources committee, I am proud of the work that is done within the committee to restore forest health, hold accountable those who insufficiently manage our forests, and create a better path forward for stewarding our land in a way that not only keeps the American people safe from the devastating effects of wildfires, but safeguards our nation's land for generations to come. Arkansas is one of the nation's top producers of timber. Because of this, and my background as a licensed forester, I am committed to crafting legislation that truly benefits Arkansas' forestry and ensures that they are managed properly and with future thinking in mind."

"I am proud to have the support of my colleagues on both sides of the aisle to introduce a piece of legislation that is vastly important for better forest management across the country. After seeing the devastating loss and damage wrought by the relentless wildfires in California over the past weeks, it is clear that the time for better forest management practice is now. Congress must work for the men and women across our country who live in wildfire-prone communities and are in desperate need of help and resources to not only prevent these wildfires but create solutions for rebuilding and providing aid in the wake of these natural disasters."

More information on the Fix Our Forests Act, here.