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and organizations, commercial enterprises, and other affected 

 parties is perhaps the most essential ingredient for recovering a 

 species. We expect many groups to participate in implementing 

 this recovery plan. 



The Snake River Recovery Plan must be part of a comprehensive 

 approach to protecting and restoring salmon. There is no "magic" 

 solution. There is no technological breakthrough that will 

 painlessly solve this problem. While implementing recovery 

 measures, we must address the condition of the ecosystem as a 

 whole. Only then can we be successful in our attempt to protect 

 and restore salmon. 



Pacific salmon will not be recovered this year, or even in the 

 next few years. However, NOAA, in a fair and equitable manner, 

 will use the ESA, as well as other applicable laws, to take 

 advantage of every available opportunity to recover these species 

 that are so vital to the economy and culture of the Pacific 

 Northwest . 



Thank you for the opportunity to be here today. I would be happy 

 to address any questions you may have. 



