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Boise, Idaho ~ In a recent ruling, a federal judge has ordered dams on the Columbia River System to generate less hydropower, causing concern for Governor Brad Little of Idaho. The governor has condemned the decision, calling it "ill-conceived and shortsighted."
According to Governor Little, this ruling is a direct attack on agriculture and Idaho's energy security. He believes that it will not only threaten reliable power but also increase costs for Idahoans at a time when affordability is already a top concern.
The governor also expressed his worry about the negative impact this decision will have on hundreds of thousands of Idahoans, particularly farmers who rely on the Columbia River System. He stated that Idaho will not stand by while decisions made outside their borders put their public safety and economy at risk.
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To combat this ruling, Governor Little announced that Idaho will be doubling down on their efforts to expand their all-of-the-above energy strategy. They will also continue to prioritize responsible development and maintain critical fish recovery efforts.
Governor Little emphasized that the people of Idaho depend on the Columbia River System and they will fight to ensure that the state meets its energy demands now and in the future.
According to Governor Little, this ruling is a direct attack on agriculture and Idaho's energy security. He believes that it will not only threaten reliable power but also increase costs for Idahoans at a time when affordability is already a top concern.
The governor also expressed his worry about the negative impact this decision will have on hundreds of thousands of Idahoans, particularly farmers who rely on the Columbia River System. He stated that Idaho will not stand by while decisions made outside their borders put their public safety and economy at risk.
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To combat this ruling, Governor Little announced that Idaho will be doubling down on their efforts to expand their all-of-the-above energy strategy. They will also continue to prioritize responsible development and maintain critical fish recovery efforts.
Governor Little emphasized that the people of Idaho depend on the Columbia River System and they will fight to ensure that the state meets its energy demands now and in the future.
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