February 27, 2019 Contact: Matt Smythe, (585) 406-5525, matt.smythe@affta.org AFFTA celebrates resounding win for public lands and waters U.S. House of Representatives passes historic lands package 363 – 62 BOZEMAN, MT. – Following the decisive support of S. 47 by the Senate, the House will now send the Natural Resources Management Act to the President with their resounding approval, acknowledging the tremendous value of our nation’s public lands and waters and outdoor economy. “We’re one step closer to ensuring that our nation’s proud legacy of protecting our public lands and waters becomes permanent”, says Ben Bulis, AFFTA President. “Our industry is grateful for the bipartisan leadership in both the House and Senate and their determined, vital commitment to ensuring that this uniquely American hallmark will benefit each and every one of us for generations to come.” In addition to permanent reauthorization of the LWCF and the Yellowstone Gateway Protection Act, the Lands Package contains a host of additional provisions that represent some of the most pressing public lands legislation, effectively impacting almost every county in every state across the country.   “The voice of our industry and of the 10 million fly anglers that enjoy access to our nation’s public lands and waters were not simply heard, they made a difference. It’s our hope that this historic step signals a long-term, shared dedication within our leadership to conserve, restore, and protect our natural resources for the benefit of everyone.” ### AFFTA advocates for and promotes the sustained growth of the fly fishing industry. By igniting consumer demand for products and services, providing businesses the tools to be successful, and advocating for access, protection and restoration of fishing waters, we will continue to enhance the passion and profitability of the sport of fly fishing.