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My home page contains information about the U.S. Senate, Colorado, how I may be of assistance to you as well as how to contact any one of my six offices. The next time I am in your neighborhood, I hope we can meet to discuss the issues important to you and your family. My staff and I look forward to hearing from you.
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Sincerely,
Wayne Allard
United States Senator
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ALLARD'S RIO GRANDE NATURAL AREA LEGISLATION SIGNED INTO LAW
President’s Signature Helps Safeguard Colorado Water Rights |
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October 13th, 2006 - WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Sen. Wayne Allard’s (R-Colo.) legislation to establish the Rio Grande National Area in southern Colorado became law last night when President Bush signed the bill.
“This final step is a huge victory for the citizens of the San Luis Valley,” said Allard. “The Rio Grande Natural Area Act designates a pristine area around the Rio Grande River stretching from Alamosa into New Mexico. With Colorado’s ongoing drought, passage of this bill is more important than ever because it will safeguard our state’s water rights and protect one of the most scenic natural areas in our state.”
The Natural Area would consist of pristine land encompassing a quarter of a mile on each side of the Rio Grande River extending from the southern boundary of the Alamosa National Wildlife refuge to the New Mexico state line. In addition, the act would prevent a federal water right from being imposed on the protected area.
“I have been working on this project for several years. My legislation is the result of a collaborative effort among property owners, community members and elected representatives that has incorporated key agricultural and environmental concerns. These disparate groups have joined together to protect the San Luis Valley and Colorado’s unique heritage,” Allard said. “I am pleased that the President’s signature now completes this process.”
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