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Environment
As a sportsman, Congressman McHenry appreciates the natural beauty of the United States, and Western North Carolina is home to some of America’s most breathtaking scenery. It is important to provide adequate protections for our natural treasures.
Congressman McHenry is co-sponsoring the Blue Ridge Parkway and Town of Blowing Rock Land Exchange Act. The legislation would permit the Town of Blowing Rock to acquire permanent ownership of its water supply reservoir and the Parkway would receive a 192-acre buffer tract to ensure the protection of open space. Supported by the National Park Service, this legislation is a model for cooperation between municipalities and federal agencies in the interest of enviromental protection.
Finally, Congressman McHenry believes that the culture of the Environmental Protection Agency must be reformed so that it works to help businesses and individuals comply with regulations instead of strictly acting in a punitive manner and working to put good people out of business. Congressman McHenry supports common sense measures where business, government agencies and citizens work together to address local concerns and comply with environmental regulations.
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