The Senate Budget committee approved a budget resolution including a provision regarding Arctic Wildlife National Refuge drilling.
http://www.defenders.org/releases/pr2005/pr031105.html
It will appear on the Senate floor as part of the budget debate in the next few weeks.
Are we prepared to speak up about this?
Sen Pete Domenici, N.M., is the leader on this issue.
But there are ways you can make a difference locally. For example, in Florida, Sen. Martinez appears undecided. Palm Beach Post
In New Hampshire, Sen. Judd Gregg's positions are being questioned. Concord Monitor
The point is, call and email your Senators about this issue, no matter where you are. It is critical to begin now before the bill even reaches the Senate floor. Contact your senator
Let's raise the visibility of the issue now!