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December 8, 1993 



The Honorable Gerry E. Studds, Chairman 



House Merchant Marine and Fisheries Subcommittee 



on Environment and Natural Resources 

 U.S. House of Representatives 

 545 Ford House Office Building 

 300 D Street, SW 

 Washington, DC 20515 



Dear Chairman Studds: 



Please find enclosed, our statement to the subcommittee regarding the hearing on 

 November 9, 1993, addressing protections provided to plants under the Endangered Species 

 Act. We appreciate the opportunity to enter our comments into the hearing record as well 

 as your consideration of our views on this issue. 



Richard W. Newpher 

 Executive Director 

 Washington Office 



Enclosure 



