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San Gabriel Mountains Foothills and Rivers Protection Act

Floor Speech

By: Judy Chu
By: Judy Chu
Date: Oct. 23, 2015
Location: Washington, DC
Issues: Environment

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Ms. JUDY CHU of California. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to protect a national treasure.

The San Gabriel Mountains are the crown jewel of Los Angeles County, but, for decades, they have suffered from a dire lack of resources. This has meant that the 3 million yearly visitors who have flocked there for the trees, trails, and streams have been greeted with graffiti, trash, and safety hazards.

For over 10 years, I and others who love these mountains have fought to get the San Gabriels the resources they deserve; and, just 1 year ago, we celebrated as President Obama declared them a national monument--opening the door to new funding.

Today, I am introducing the San Gabriel Mountains, Foothills and River Protection Act to expand that monument and to create a new national recreation area. This bill, with the support of local water, conservation, and recreation groups, will complete the vision of a city seamlessly and sustainably connected to its mountains, mountains that are accessible for all.

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