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Contributed by: Colo. House Republicans on 11/28/2007

Statehouse Republicans announced a package of proposals Nov. 28 for the 2008 legislative session to showcase their commitment to safeguarding Colorado's natural beauty and ensuring a balanced approach to developing the state's natural resources.

"The legislative package unveiled today reflects Colorado's legacy of innovation and environmental-stewardship while also preserving our state's dynamic economy," said House Republican Leader Mike May, R-Parker. "Republicans are committed to sound environmental policies that do not impose heavy-handed mandates on consumers and businesses."

Topping the list are proposals to protect Colorado's forests and state parks. An omnibus bill by state Rep. Al White, R-Hayden, would address the impact of mountain pine-beetles and a bill by state Rep. Spencer Swalm, R-Centennial, would allow for voluntary contributions to offset the rising maintenance costs of Colorado State Parks.

"Our forests are a critical part of our state and a key draw for our tourism industry, yet the mountain pine beetle is having a devastating impact," said White. "By putting a few small measures into place we can make a significant difference."

According to the University Corporation for Atmospheric Research, carbon dioxide emissions from the 2002 wildfire season in Colorado, "...equaled an entire year's emissions from statewide transportation activities."

Other proposals released today would help address Colorado's energy demands. Two proposals would encourage the purchase of energy-efficient appliances and one would streamline the review process for building clean-energy plants.

A bill by state Rep. Cory Gardner, R-Yuma, would give financial assistance to help educate future leaders in renewable energy management.

"Colorado has established itself as a leader in renewable-energy development," said Gardner. "To help us maintain that position, it is important that we build the necessary infrastructure by training our future leaders."

A final proposal by Rep. Frank McNulty, R-Highlands Ranch, would put hydroelectric power on the list of renewable-energy technologies that can be applied to meet the state's renewable-energy standard.

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