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    Feinstein Joins California and Nevada Delegations in Effort to Preserve and Protect Lake Tahoe
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    It would continue and strengthen the work begun under the Lake Tahoe Restoration Act of 2000, ensuring that the work of protecting Lake Tahoe and the Tahoe Basin continues without interruption. "This bill is a testament to the incredible level of commitment that people in and around Lake Tahoe have to this spectacular resource ... When I brought President Clinton and Vice President Gore to Lake Tahoe in 1997 we set some ambitious goals for restoring the health of Lake Tahoe and the Lake Tahoe Basin. Since that time, we have made great progress. And today, with this Act, we are making it clear that we will continue our nation's commitment to protecting and restoring this jewel of the Sierras." "Lake Tahoe is a national treasure, but we could easily lose it -- and lose it quickly -- if we don't take robust action," Senator Feinstein said. Full Article at YubaNet
    This bill is a testament to the incredible level of commitment that people in and around Lake Tahoe have to this spectacular resource ... When I brought President Clinton and Vice President Gore to Lake Tahoe in 1997 we set some ambitious goals for restoring the health of Lake Tahoe and the Lake Tahoe Basin. Since that time, we have made great progress. And today, with this Act, we are making it clear that we will continue our nation's commitment to protecting and restoring this jewel of the Sierras.
    Harry Reid – Harry Reid SOURCE: YubaNet 1 month ago
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Feinstein Joins California and Nevada Delegations in Effort to Preserve and Protect Lake Tahoe
  1. Lake Tahoe is a majestic treasure that is a source of pride for all Nevadans ... As such, its protection is critical as are efforts to restore the pristine environment that attracts visitors from around the world to its shore. This legislation will build on past efforts to preserve Lake Tahoe for genera...
    – Dina Titus SOURCE: YubaNet 1 month ago
  2. The Lake Tahoe Restoration Act of 2009 makes important strides towards fire protection and pest control of the quagga mussel – goals that are vital to protecting the people, the economy and the environment of this region
    SOURCE: YubaNet 1 month ago
  3. California is defined by its environment and Lake Tahoe is one of our most magnificent treasures. This legislation builds on a decade of work to restore Lake Tahoe and will further improve water clarity, reduce the threat of wildfires, and stop harmful invasive species.
    Barbara Boxer – Barbara Boxer SOURCE: YubaNet 1 month ago
  4. Lake Tahoe is a national treasure, but we could easily lose it -- and lose it quickly -- if we don't take robust action
    Dianne Feinstein – Dianne Feinstein SOURCE: YubaNet 1 month ago
  5. Words fail to describe the beauty that is Lake Tahoe
    John Ensign – John Ensign SOURCE: YubaNet 1 month ago

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