From Conservation Voters of PA (http://www.conservationpa.org):
Pennsylvania has more polluted waterways than any other state—and that number is on track to go up. With demands on natural gas production on the rise, our rivers, lakes, and streams are under even greater threat of contamination.
That’s why we’re paying close attention to a vote happening in the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission to protect 132 of our state’s cleanest streams that are home to wild trout populations. Given that the legislature is dominated by politicians who actively undermine environmental protections, this is a rare opportunity to prevent water pollution.
We’re teaming up with our allies at PennFuture to tell the Commission not to miss the chance to protect Pennsylvania streams. Will you add your name to our letter?
Yes, I want to see 132 wild trout streams across the state protected. Act now at https://secure3.convio.net/lcv/site/Advocacy?cmd=display&page=UserAction&id=3649.
Protecting Pennsylvania’s healthy streams is good for public health and the economy. We have a thriving outdoor tourism industry that depends on clean water and active fish populations – but if too many streams get contaminated and the trout die off, local businesses will suffer.
If we can get enough public support, streams in all corners of the state – from Lackawanna to McKean to Fayette to Lancaster counties – will be protected from development and industry that could threaten the water quality and trout.
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