Courtney Bourgoin, courtney.bourgoin@sierraclub.org
WASHINGTON, DC— Today, the House of Representatives will vote on the Protecting America’s Wilderness bill that includes the Colorado Wilderness Act— legislation that would safeguard more than 740,000 acres of land located in 33 critical wildlife and ecologically-sensitive areas in Colorado. The legislation, introduced by Congresswoman Degette, prioritizes making these places safe for recreation, protective of wildlife and clean water, and safeguarded for climate mitigation.
Ahead of the hearing, Kim Pope of the Sierra Club’s Our Wild America campaign in Colorado, released the following statement:
“Congress must pass this legislation to stop the Trump administration’s continued attack on our wildlands and waters. Advancing these common sense protections is valuable for everyone, because clean water, clean air and pristine wildlands benefit us all.
“Passing this legislation means Colorado-- and states beyond-- will be better equipped to combat climate change, safeguard our water supplies and pass down these special places to future generations.”
About the Sierra Club
The Sierra Club is America’s largest and most influential grassroots environmental organization, with more than 3.5 million members and supporters. In addition to protecting every person's right to get outdoors and access the healing power of nature, the Sierra Club works to promote clean energy, safeguard the health of our communities, protect wildlife, and preserve our remaining wild places through grassroots activism, public education, lobbying, and legal action. For more information, visit www.sierraclub.org.