Illabot Creek Bill Gets Strong Administration Support in Senate Hearing

Press Release

Today, legislation introduced by U.S. Senator Patty Murray (D-WA) to designate Illabot Creek in Skagit County as a Wild and Scenic River received a strong endorsement from the Obama Administration at a Senate National Parks Subcommittee hearing. The legislation, co-sponsored by Senator Maria Cantwell and introduced in the House by Congressman Rick Larsen, will protect the free-flowing character of Illabot Creek, an important habitat for threatened wild Chinook salmon, steelhead, bull trout and other wildlife, while maintaining recreational opportunities such as hunting and fishing.

"Today's hearing moves us in the right direction toward protecting the pristine and delicate habitat of the Illabot Creek for generations to come," said Senator Patty Murray. "Preserving this part of Washington is vitally important to the many species of fish and wildlife that depend on it to survive, as well as ensuring that hunters, anglers and families alike are able to enjoy all the area has to offer."

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