KTMrad 508 Posted June 10, 2009 June 4, 2009 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Pete terHorst Phone: (877) 877-8969 E-mail: pterhorst@ama-cycle.org Measure would put California's Chappie-Shasta OHV Area under Bureau of Land Management control PICKERINGTON, Ohio -- The American Motorcyclist Association (AMA) applauds the U.S. House of Representatives for approving House Resolution 689 on June 2, which would put the Chappie-Shasta Off-Highway Vehicle (OHV) Area in California solely under the control of the federal Bureau of Land Management (BLM). The measure, introduced by U.S. Rep. Wally Herger (R-Calif.), now goes to the U.S. Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee for further consideration. The Chappie-Shasta OHV Area near Redding in northern California currently is under the control of both the BLM and the U.S. Forest Service, which creates a dual bureaucracy for users of the land. "For years, many of my constituents have raised their concerns over difficulties in dealing with two federal agencies to use one OHV area," Herger said in a speech on the House floor. "Issues such as duplicative permits-at substantial and unnecessary cost to the users-and even different opening dates for the same area have resulted in frustration from the thousands of users, from across California and elsewhere, who try to cope with this redundant management." To read Herger's floor statement, click here: www.americanmotorcyclist.com/legisltn/herger_bill_passes_house_06-02-09.pdf The resolution represents collaborative efforts between the federal lawmaker and the local OHV community, including the Redding Dirt Riders. "This is a great example of how a local OHV community can work with a federal lawmaker to get needed changes made," said Ed Moreland, AMA vice president for government relations. "But while the measure has cleared the House, it still needs to earn full Senate approval. Concerned riders are encouraged to contact their U.S. Senators to encourage them to support H.R. 689 and approve it as quickly as possible." OHV enthusiasts can get more information about the AMA's position on access to public land at "Position in Support of Access to Public Lands" under "AMA Position Statements" in the "Resources" section under "Rights" at the AMA website at AmericanMotorcyclist.com. About the American Motorcyclist Association Since 1924, the AMA has protected the future of motorcycling and promoted the motorcycle lifestyle. AMA members come from all walks of life, and they navigate many different routes on their journey to the same destination: freedom on two wheels. As the world's largest motorcycling organization, the AMA advocates for motorcyclists' interests in the halls of local, state and federal government, the committees of international governing organizations, and the court of public opinion. Through member clubs, promoters and partners, the AMA sanctions more motorsports competition and motorcycle recreational events than any other organization in the world. AMA members receive money-saving discounts from dozens of well-known suppliers of motorcycle services, gear and apparel, bike rental, transport, hotel stays and more. Through its Motorcycle Hall of Fame Museum, the AMA preserves the heritage of motorcycling for future generations. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
