[RC] right to ride in Missouri - Chastain, Shannon L.
I
signed in on the right to ride website that was on ride camp a few weeks ago
this is the reply I got from Mr. Talent. Just wanted to let other Missourian
know his opinions on the issue. His entire reply is
below:
Thank you for contacting me to voice your concerns regarding H.R. 2966, the
Right-to-Ride Livestock on Federal Lands Act of 2003. I appreciate the time you
have taken to share your views with me, and I apologize for the delay in my
response.
I believe it is important to ensure that public access to federal lands is
not unnecessarily restricted, so that the public can enjoy our national
resources. Some would support restrictions on the use of pack and saddle stock
animals on public lands, but there are many Americans who enjoy riding across
these lands on these animals and enjoying the scenery. I supported H.R. 2966,
which would provide for the management of trails and routes in National Forest
System lands for the use of pack and saddle stock animals.
H.R. 2966 was passed by the House of Representatives last year, but the
Senate did not take action on the legislation.
As you may know, the 108th Congress has now come to an end. This means that
any legislation proposed in Congress during the last two years that was not
enacted into law is no longer active, so the Right-to-Ride Livestock on Federal
Lands Act must be reconsidered in the 109th Congress. I will support this
legislation if it comes before the Senate.
Again, thank you for contacting me. If I may be of further assistance, please
don't hesitate to call or write.
