BOULDER, Colo. (November 19, 2024) – Today, Outdoor Industry Association (OIA) President Kent Ebersole released the following statement regarding the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee’s markup of public land and forestry bills:
“The Outdoor Industry Association applauds the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee’s work to advance over 70 public land and forestry bills,” said Kent Ebersole, OIA President. “Today’s markup demonstrates that protecting America’s public lands remains a bipartisan issue that can rise above partisan divides. We look forward to working with our champions in Congress to further these efforts, which are the foundation of the trillion-dollar outdoor economy.”
About Outdoor Industry Association
Based in Boulder, Colo., with offices in Washington, D.C., Outdoor Industry Association (OIA) is a catalyst for meaningful change. A member-based collective, OIA is a passionate group of business leaders, climate experts, policy makers and outdoor enthusiasts committed to sustainable economic growth while protecting – and growing access to – the benefits of the outdoors for everyone. For more than 30 years, OIA has catalyzed a thriving outdoor industry by supporting the success of every member company across four critically aligned areas: market research, sustainability, government affairs, and inclusive participation. OIA delivers success for its members through education, events, and business services in the form of solutions and strategies, consultation, collaboration, and opportunities for collective action. For more information, visit outdoorindustry.org.
