Eastern Plains lawmaker urges broader geographic distribution of conservation funds
Representative Johnson recorded concern that SB 165's projects have favored Western Slope basins two years running and requested attention next year to Eastern Plains species and basins; he voted yes but placed the concern on the record.
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Representative Johnson said he would vote in favor of the bill but asked that the agencies and sponsors consider geographic balance in future funding cycles, noting the Eastern Plains make up a large portion of the state's land area.
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