"Controversy Erupts Over Biden Administration's Plan to Remove Snake River Dams and Protect Salmon"
The Biden administration, in collaboration with Native American tribes and environmental organizations, has announced a plan to potentially breach four hydroelectric dams in Washington state to protect salmon populations. The federal government has entered into a legal agreement with the tribes and eco groups, staying litigation through 2028. The agreement includes $1 billion for wild fish restoration and the development of new clean energy power operated by tribes. While breaching the dams would require congressional approval, the agreement aims to replace the services provided by the dams and restore salmon populations within approximately eight years. Critics argue that the dams provide clean energy and vital services for transportation and agriculture, and removing them could have negative impacts on energy production, climate goals, and agriculture exports.
