View of Mt. Katahdin from Katahdin Woods and Waters National Monument.
Congresswoman Chellie Pingree released the following statement responding to reports that President Trump may order a review of National Monument designations, including Katahdin Woods and Waters National Monument.
“It would be terrible for President Trump to undermine the Katahdin Woods and Waters National Monument by attempting to overturn President Obama’s designation—an authority he very likely does not have in the first place. It would strike a blow to a region of our state that is already seeing an economic boost from the new monument. In the few months since its designation, the area has seen more visitors, more activity at retailers, and even increased property values.
“Many people who were originally opposed to the designation have come around after seeing the economic benefits for their communities. I will certainly use my role on the House Appropriations Committee to communicate those benefits to Interior Secretary Ryan Zinke in the coming weeks.”
Pingree is a member of the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Interior and the Environment, which oversees funding for the National Park Service.
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