Washington, D.C. (April 10, 2013) —Today the Obama administration released its 2014 budget plan, which provides vital funding for Department of the Interior wildlife conservation programs.

The following is a statement from Defenders of Wildlife President Jamie Rappaport Clark:

“When it comes to wildlife, the president’s budget has spun straw into gold. With the minimal funding available in the current dire budget situation, President Obama has provided important increases to protect our nation’s most vulnerable plants and animals, conserve America’s landscapes and help wildlife and ecosystems withstand the impacts of climate change. Appropriators in Congress should take this budget seriously and enact it.”

Contact: Haley Mckey, 202-772-0247, hmckey@defenders.org

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For over 75 years, Defenders of Wildlife has remained dedicated to protecting all native animals and plants in their natural communities. With a nationwide network of nearly 2.1 million members and activists, Defenders of Wildlife is a leading advocate for innovative solutions to safeguard our wildlife for generations to come. To learn more, please visit https://defenders.org/newsroom or follow us on X @Defenders.

  

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