We have so much good news to share, it’s hard to fit it all in one newsletter!

Earlier this month, we saw the biggest-ever package of Wild and Scenic River legislation (4,702 miles!) introduced by Senator Ron Wyden (D-OR). Days later, Congressman Mike Simpson (R-ID) announced his $33.5 billion dollar proposal for transformational, job-creating infrastructure investments across the Pacific Northwest, that includes the biggest river restoration effort in history on the Snake River.

And yesterday we released our dam removal report for 2020, where 69 more dams came down across the country.

These are just a few examples of how our team at American Rivers wakes up every day and proves -- together with our partners and all of you -- that positive, game-changing solutions are possible.

“While this past year was full of challenges, restoring vibrant, free-flowing rivers has been a source of strength and progress for communities nationwide,” says Brian Graber, senior director of river restoration.

As we track the progress of the Biden-Harris administration in their first 100 days, we expect to see more critical actions for clean water and healthy rivers nationwide.

Thank you for driving this positive momentum. It’s your voices, your stories, and your support that make positive change possible for the rivers we love and the clean water that is vital to all life.