Resolution to Recognize Importance of California Ricelands in Wildlife Conservation

Last week, Representatives Mike Thompson (D- St. Helena) and Representative Doug LaMalfa (R-Richvale) introduced a resolution in the House of Representatives to recognize the significant role that California ricelands play in wildlife conservation. Cosponsors of the resolution include John Garamendi (D-Walnut Grove), Doris Matsui (D-Sacramento), Jim Costa (D-Fresno), Jimmy Panetta (D-Monterey), and David Valadao (R-Hanford). The resolution is endorsed by the California Rice Commission, California Trout, California Waterfowl, Ducks Unlimited, the National Audubon Society, the Northern California Water Association, the University of California, Davis, and the University of California Agriculture and Natural Resources.