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Dear Friend,

Seventy days from now, the congressional authorization for the Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) will expire. Without a new authorization and a robust allocation of funds for this successful environmental program, Washington’s outdoor recreation industry and environmental conservation projects are at risk.

The LWCF was established in 1964 to maintain outdoor recreational opportunities for rural and urban populations nationwide. Since then, the fund has invested $637 million for projects in Washington state, which include protection of places like the Alpine Lakes Wilderness, a beautiful part of our state that I worked hard to protect and expand recently.

Not only is the LWCF crucial for protecting the beautiful Pacific Northwest, it is also important to our economy. Outdoor recreation supports more than 200,000 jobs in our state and contributes $20 billion a year to Washington’s economy.

The LWCF uses no taxpayer dollars, and is funded through oil and gas receipts paid by energy companies. Unfortunately, Congress has constantly diverted LWCF money for other uses. That’s why I am a cosponsor of a bill that permanently reauthorizes the LWCF and why I signed a letter with more than 150 of my colleagues urging its continued funding. Our beautiful state boasts some of our nation's most beautiful forests, mountains and waterways, and I will continue working to ensure their preservation for future generations.

As always, my office is here to serve you. If you have questions or comments about the topics that matter most to you, I encourage you to contact me through my website. You may also keep up-to-date on what I’m doing by following me on Twitter, Instagramand Facebook. If you need assistance dealing with a federal agency, such as the IRS or the VA, please do not hesitate to contact my Bothell office at (425) 485-0085.

Sincerely,

Suzan