Because of Murkowski the decision against a road through the Izembek
wilderness was overturned.  Back to the drawing board.  Phyllis
WASHINGTON (AP) -- The Senate has confirmed Sally Jewell, CEO of outdoor
retailer Recreational Equipment Inc., as interior secretary.
Jewell will oversee more than 500 million acres of national parks and
other public lands, and more than 1 billion acres offshore. The lands are
used for energy development, mining, recreation and other purposes. The
department also provides services to 566 federally recognized Indian
tribes. The Senate approved her nomination, 87-11.
A lifelong outdoors enthusiast, the 57-year-old Jewell previously worked
as a petroleum engineer and banker. She also served on the board of the
National Parks Conservation Association, an advocacy group that works to
protect and enhance national parks.
President Barack Obama's nominated Jewell last month to replace outgoing
Interior Secretary Ken Salazar, who announced his departure in January.
Jewell is from Seattle.

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