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State parks should not be ignored in LWCF reauthorization

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Published July 20, 2015 4:01am ET
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State parks should not be ignored in LWCF reauthorization
In this July 8, 2015 photo, Jackson County's Lake Wazee is the Midwest's premier site for scuba divers in Black River Falls, Wis. (AP Photo)  | Erik Daily

The Land and Water Conservation Fund, one of Congress’ most visionary acts, is set to expire. It continues to enjoy bipartisan support. It is time for action, not only to reauthorize LWCF, but to restore its original intent.

Congress created the LWCF in 1965 as a bipartisan commitment to safeguard natural areas, water resources and our cultural heritage, and to provide outdoor recreation opportunities. The act will expire this September, unless reauthorization occurs.

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