Arkansas BHA Chapter / Monday, February 4, 2019 / Categories: Media, Press Releases BHA Responds to Bernhardt's Nomination as Interior Secretary News for Immediate ReleaseFeb. 4, 2019Contact: Katie McKalip, BHA, 406-240-9262, mckalip@backcountryhunters.org MISSOULA, Mont. – Following today’s announcement by President Trump that he has nominated acting Interior Secretary David Bernhardt as head of the Interior Department, BHA President and CEO Land Tawney offered this response: "David Bernhardt has been part of the Trump administration and consequently has played a key role in actions undertaken by the Interior Department over the past two years. We trust that as a public servant bound to uphold Interior’s mission and the responsible management of natural resources, he will utilize the best available science to guide decisions that strike a balance between resource development and conservation. Hunters and anglers encourage Mr. Bernhardt to advance proactive policies that elevate considerations for important fish and wildlife habitat, maintain migratory corridor connectivity and enhance public access." Backcountry Hunters & Anglers is the voicefor our wild public lands, waters and wildlife. Learn more about BHA:Visit our website.Connect with us on Facebook.Follow us on Twitter.Find us on Instagram. Previous Article Colorado Backcountry Hunters & Anglers Appoint West Slope Leaders Next Article Idaho Couple Defends Road Closure, Reports Illegal Use Print 3 Rate this article: No rating Tags: press releases Arkansas BHA ChapterArkansas BHA Chapter The Arkansas Chapter of Backcountry Hunters & Anglers is the voice for Arkansas' three million acres of wild public lands, waters, and wildlife. Through advocacy, education, and collaboration, the chapter strives to safeguard Arkansas's outdoor heritage. Other posts by Arkansas BHA Chapter Contact author Full biography Full biography The Arkansas Chapter of Backcountry Hunters & Anglers is the voice for Arkansas' three million acres of wild public lands, waters, and wildlife. Through advocacy, education, and collaboration, the chapter strives to safeguard Arkansas's outdoor heritage. x