White Clouds Finalized

Idaho Congressman Mike Simpson's legislation H.R. 1138, the Sawtooth National Recreation Area and Jerry Peak Wilderness Additions Act,passed the U.S. Senate by unanimous consent last week.

 

"The passage of this bill is a huge victory for Idahoans who've worked for over 15 years to create a land management plan for the Boulder White Clouds," said Simpson. "I am grateful for each and every person who participated in crafting this solution over the years and I am especially grateful to Senator Jim Risch who worked relentlessly to see this pass the U.S. Senate."

This means that the Boulder White Clouds area will not become a national monument and will thus be available for recreational use as well as use by ranchers who have BLM allotments. Bottom line, the Boulder White Clouds area is basically owned by residents of Idaho and not the Pres.