Clay Joins House Natural Resources Committee New Opportunity to Fight for Environmental Justice Will Focus on Higher Standards for Clean Air & Water, Preserving Wilderness Areas, Cleaning Up Contaminated Sites

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In a move that will cheer environmentalists in Missouri and across the nation, Congressman Wm. Lacy Clay (D) Missouri has been appointed to the U.S. House Committee on Natural Resources. Mr. Clay, the Dean of Missouri's U.S. House delegation and the senior Member of Congress for the St. Louis region, is a life-long advocate for environmental justice, higher standards for clean air and water, protecting wilderness areas and cleaning up contaminated sites, particularly in the St. Louis region.

"I am very honored to add the Natural Resources Committee to my congressional portfolio,"said Mr. Clay. "Since my earliest days in the U.S. House, I've been a dedicated advocate for cleaning up contaminated sites, stronger clean air and water standards, and protecting our precious forests, coastlines and wilderness refuges. This new assignment will also provide me with a stronger platform to combat climate change, protect Missouri's magnificent natural wonders, and advance the cause of environmental justice, especially in urban areas."

In addition to his new duties on the Natural Resources Committee, Congressman Clay will continue serving as the Ranking Member on the House Financial Services Subcommittee on Financial Institutions & Consumer Credit, and as a senior member of the Oversight & Government Reform Committee.

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