Issue Position: Timber Industry

Issue Position

Alek believes timber management is not only important to maintain a healthy forest, but a strong economy as well. Due to the mismanagement and lack of federal timber harvesting minimums, forest fires are worsening every year. This results in the release of carbon and pollution into our environment which negatively affects the health of millions of Oregonians. Ultimately, this costs the industry billions of dollars each year instead of producing jobs and providing income to our communities. Southwestern Oregon's economy is dependent on timber and the lack of a strong timber industry takes more than just an economic toll on our community -- it causes increased rates of homelessness, child abuse, and drug abuse.

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