Timber Harvesting in Old Growth Forests
In a joint hearing of the three subcommittees, members heard from federal officials, scholars, forest economists and representatives from en… read more
In a joint hearing of the three subcommittees, members heard from federal officials, scholars, forest economists and representatives from environmental groups, including the National Audubon Society and the National Wildlife Federation. Their testimony concerned ideas for long term solutions over the controversy regarding old growth forests in the Pacific Northwest. At issue is how to protect the old growth forest ecosystem and its biological diversity and at the same time provide a stable supply of timber to maintain employment and a healthy timber industry. The Fish and Wildlife Service may soon decide if the spotted owl warrants listing as a threatened and endangered species. If so, the administration will need to implement quickly a policy to protect its habitat, old growth forests. An impasse will result if a policy is not implemented on a timely basis. close
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- James Overbay Deputy Chief Department of Agriculture->Forest Service
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- House Agriculture Subcommittee on Forests, Family Farms and Energy
- House Interior and Insular Affairs Subcommittee on National Parks and Public Lands
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