Jan. 12, 2024
“Good afternoon, I'm writing today to make a comment on the proposed Natural Asset Company (NAC) establishment. I want to say that giving a private company purview or partial ownership of our country's natural resources are a big mistake. Not only is it unconstitutional to allow a private company to take over management of our federal land, it's a national security risk and a waste of money. There are numerous government departments that already oversee federal lands. This new legislation should not be passed. We shouldn't allow a private company that has no accountability to the people of the United States, to manage federal land and manage federal property. Allowing a non governmental agency this much power will open the pathway to corruption. With the possibility of a national emergency where we might need resources from our land, with a private company in charge, may not allow the United States to use the property and could create a national crisis if our national security does not align with the NACs corporate agenda. They could also decide to sell the land or resources to a foreign country creating an international crisis. The United States is a sovereign nation and should remain as such. Please vote against this measure and do not allow NACs to come into existence. Sincerely, Joshua Bilder Small Business Owner and Minority Employer” I agree with what Joshua Bilder has commented! Thank you, Linda Gledhill