Chenoweth Named To Resources Panel

Republican U.S. Rep. Helen Chenoweth has been named chairman of the House Resources subcommittee overseeing forest health.

“I think the vast majority of people who have been involved in forest-related issues share the view that our forests are today in precarious health,” Chenoweth said Tuesday. “This is a serious challenge.”

Resources Committee Chairman Don Young, R-Alaska, said Chenoweth’s selection is good news for the nation’s timberlands.

“I know how committed she is to improving the health of the forests,” he said. “I think we can anticipate a lot of hard work and thoughtful solutions coming from this subcommittee.”

Chenoweth also will serve on subcommittees on national parks and public lands, and water and power.