Senate Approves Bill With Gorge Economic Development Funds

The U.S. Senate on Thursday approved an Agriculture Appropriations Bill that includes monies for economic development in the Gorge.  The offices of Senators Jeff Merkley and Ron Wyden say the bill includes $2 million to help Columbia River Gorge communities promote economic development through the Oregon and Washington Investment Boards, rounding out a $10 million commitment that was authorized when the Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area was created.   Many in area governmental agencies have clamored for those funds for years.  The bill also includes language directing the Secretary of Agriculture to prioritize National Scenic Areas that were devastated by wildfires, including the Eagle Creek area in the Columbia River Gorge.  The bill now goes to the House.

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