Washington, Dec. 22 -- Congressman Doug LaMalfa issued the following press release:
Congressman Doug LaMalfa (R-Richvale) applauded action by the Trump Administration and U.S. Department of Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins to intervene in the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) proceedings involving the Potter Valley Hydroelectric Project. The intervention follows direct engagement between LaMalfa, senior USDA officials, and bipartisan Members of Congress to press for a coordinated federal response to protect this critical water supply.
"What's at stake in Potter Valley is not an abstract policy debate," said Rep. LaMalfa. "These proceedings are the difference between farms staying in business or shutting their gates for good...