If the Montana legislature votes to repeal the standards, Montana and Idaho will be left with no ability to protect Lake Koocanusa and the Kootenai River from Canadian mining pollution.
A contaminated waste rock pile and problematic tunnel continue to pollute the East Fork of the Big Wood River, nearby wetlands, and potentially waters further downstream.
The Idaho Legislature is preparing to convene in the midst of a historic, deadly pandemic. Advocates, minority party leaders and the Governor have called for a postponement as COVID-19 vaccine …
We thank the members of the Montana Board of Environmental Review who approved these safeguards for water quality and fish in Lake Koocanusa and the Kootenai River.