President Biden's administration continues to pursue its conservation agenda.
The Department of the Interior (DOI) has designated millions of acres in Alaska off-limits to oil drilling and critical mineral extraction.
President Joe Biden said, “My administration is taking action to conserve more than 13 million acres of land in the western Arctic and honor the culture, history, and timeless wisdom of the Alaska Native people who have lived and stewarded this land for centuries. I'm proud to be here.” From time immemorial. ”
He added, “From protecting sacred sites near the Grand Canyon to protecting Alaska's treasures, my administration has conserved more than 41 million acres of land and water.”
Sen. Lisa Murkowski of Alaska opposes the restrictions. “When we say that if we cut off access to our resources… we can't drill, we can't produce, we can't explore, we can't move, this is the energy insecurity we're talking about.” We will continue to need germanium, gallium and copper. Become. We still need oil. We're not going to get it from Alaska. ”
Follow the Lord's guidance and pray with us…
- For the president and members of his administration who prioritize conservation over mineral and oil production.
- To Senator Murkowski and her colleagues in promoting and improving Alaska's economy.
source: Politico, White House
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