As most of you know, the Valle Vidal Protection Act of 2005 passed the US Senate on November 16, 2006. It now awaits the President's signature. This a huge victory as the Valle Vidal is now permanently protected from destructive oil and gas drilling.

Congratulations to all of you for your calls, letters, emails, donations and volunteer efforts. This victory would not have happened without your dedication.

We owe our representatives a thank you. Over the next few days, please be sure to call our elected officials and thank them for supporting the Valle Vidal Protection Act.

Senator Pete Domenici
(505) 988-6511

Senator Jeff Bingaman
(505) 988-6647

Rep. Tom Udall
(202) 225-6190

Rep. Heather Wilson
(505) 346-6781

Rep. Steve Pearce
(202) 225-2365

Governor Bill Richardson
(505) 476-2200

Please be sure to stay with us as the Forest Service Amendment process regarding the Valle Vidal is not yet complete. Before we are totally finished, we still need to make sure that the area is properly managed. More on this in the new year.

The Valle Vidal Protection Act of 2005
The Valle Vidal Preservation Act of 2005