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A proposal to remove dams from Snake River gains support

A proposal to remove dams from Snake River gains support

Update: 2021-06-23

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Salmon numbers are in serious decline. To help them swim, dozens of hydroelectric dams have been removed in over the last ten years. A Republican Idaho Congressmember, wants to remove some of the dams near the Washington/Idaho border and he has the support of several environmentalists and the Nez Perce tribe. Bill Radke spoke with Nez Perce Vice Chairman Shannon Wheeler, about the importance of removal and opposition from state leaders.

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A proposal to remove dams from Snake River gains support

A proposal to remove dams from Snake River gains support

Bill Radke