    [Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2003, Book I)]
    [May 20, 2003]
    [Page 518]
    [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office www.gpo.gov]

    Statement on House of Representatives Action on Healthy Forests
    Restoration Legislation
    May 20, 2003

        Today's action by the House on the ``Healthy Forests Restoration Act
    of 2003'' is an important step toward implementing the kind of active
    forest management that is good for both the environment and our economy.
    It will save lives and the national treasure of our great forests, with
    their wildlife, trees, waters, habitat, and other natural resources.
        I urge the Senate to act quickly on this much-needed legislation. As
    this year's fire season progresses, we must equip Federal land managers
    with the tools they need to protect lives and communities, restore
    forest health, and safeguard habitat and watersheds.