Hudson Introduces Resolution Supporting Private Land Conservation

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
March 26, 2014

Hudson Introduces Resolution Supporting Private Land Conservation

WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, U.S. Representative Richard Hudson (NC-08) introduced H.Con.Res.95 to express support for voluntary, incentive-based, private land conservation in coordination with local soil and water conservation districts.

“North Carolina is one of the most scenic and unique states in the country,” said Hudson. “As an avid hunter and outdoorsman, I have a great appreciation for North Carolina’s natural treasures. Protecting our natural resources through voluntary, incentive-based, private land conservation is a fiscally responsible and thoughtful approach to maintaining long-term sustainable growth for our state and the entire country.

“Although Democrats and Washington bureaucrats insist on imposing unnecessary punitive regulations, conservatives understand that encouraging private initiative is a more efficient and effective way to conserve our natural resources without hindering economic growth. I am proud to introduce this resolution and look forward to working with my colleagues to make sure it gets proper consideration.”

North Carolina’s Eighth Congressional District has a rich history of conservation efforts. On August 4, 1937, due to the efforts of Anson County native Dr. Hugh Hammond Bennett, Brown Creek became the first Soil Conservation District in America. Dr. Bennett was raised on a farm between Wadesboro and White Store and rose to become the chief of the United States Soil Conservation Service and one of the world’s leading authorities on land use.

To read the entire resolution, please click here.

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