During their discussions they were trying to identify funding sources for the fund. One of the thoughts was to take some amount from the Highway Trust Fund. One thought was to take say 1 percent from the Highway Trust Fund for this purpose. Those needing to take action include Clackamas, Clatsop, Columbia, Coos,, Douglas, Harney, Hood River, Jackson, Josephine, Lake, Lane, Lincoln, Linn, Malheur, Morrow, Multnomah, Polk, Wheeler, amd Yamhill. Let's get those projects in to the Region Federal-aid specialists now.
Time is very short to get the necessary paper work done in time.
No more delays. Federal Forest Payments Action probably will not occur before recess. The Senate will be in recess from July 31 through September 4. Senators Wyden and Smith will be home during recess. Attend their public meetings.