WASHINGTON, D.C. – On Saturday, December 6, U.S. Secretary of the Interior Sally Jewell will deliver keynote remarks at the Western Governors' Association winter meeting in Las Vegas, Nevada. Secretary Jewell will discuss the importance of public lands to support local economies through outdoor recreation, conservation, travel and tourism, and responsible energy development.
Jewell will also discuss innovative efforts to conserve iconic sagebrush landscapes across the West and the need for aggressive action on rangeland fire.
Prior to her remarks, Jewell will join U.S. Secretary of Energy Ernest Moniz for a brief media availability.
The Western Governors' Association is an independent organization representing the governors of 19 states and three US-Flag Pacific islands.
WHO:
Sally Jewell, U.S. Secretary of the Interior
WHAT:
Remarks to the Western Governors' Association Winter Meeting
WHEN:
Saturday, December 6, 2014
11:45 a.m. PST - Brief media availability with Interior Secretary Jewell and Energy Secretary Moniz
12:30 p.m. PST – Remarks by Secretary Jewell
WHERE:
Four Seasons Hotel Las Vegas
Four Seasons - Rooms 3 & 4
3960 Las Vegas Boulevard South
Las Vegas, NV 89119
RSVP:
Credentialed members of the media interested in covering the event should register through the WGA HERE.
Source: Department of Interior
