Senate Approves County Timber Payments

The U.S. Senate has passed a bill containing a two-year renewal of the Secure Rural Schools program, which provides payments to counties with federal timberlands to help pay for roads and schools.  The two-year extension that cleared the Senate is expected to bring about $85 million to Oregon counties this year.  Wasco County Commissioner Rod Runyon says the money will provide an important boost to their road fund, but adds they have been operating on the assumption they might not receive the funds.  Senator Ron Wyden says the payments can provide a bridge while Congress develops a broader and longer-term solution to forest management issues.  The bill still must be signed by the President.

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