Clinton administration officials this week said the new U.S.-Canada
Pacific Salmon Treaty agreement is being jeopardized by Congress’ refusal
to adequately fund its implementation and attempt to rewrite its terms.
President Clinton on Tuesday vetoed the FY2000 spending bill for the
departments of commerce, state and justice in part because of the funding
problem and objectionable legislative riders being demanded by the Alaska
congressional delegation and state Gov. Tony Knowles.
The …
