Thanks for the information Charlie. What is the Sierra Club plan to do something about this? Phyllis Des Moines, Iowa – House Republicans have cut funding and proposed a change to the formula for Resource Enhancement and Protection for Iowa (REAP) grants which will nearly end efforts to purchase or restore lands in Iowa to improve fish and wildlife habitats. “After 63% of Iowans voted last fall in support of our natural resources, the Republican plan goes against strong public opinion and will stall Iowa’s efforts to improve natural habitats, reduce flooding, and keep our air and water clean,” said State Representative Chris Hall of Sioux City, Ranking Member of the House Agriculture and Natural Resources Appropriations Subcommittee. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - To unsubscribe from the IOWA-TOPICS list, send any message to: [log in to unmask] Check out our Listserv Lists support site for more information: http://www.sierraclub.org/lists/faq.asp