Dianda Recognized for Leadership on Forestry Issues

LANSING — State Representative Scott Dianda (D-Calumet) said today that he is honored to be given the Legislator of the Year Award by the Great Lakes Timber Professionals Association.

“Michigan’s forests are important to the Upper Peninsula’s economy and culture, and I know that actions taken in Lansing can have great impact on both the timber industry and the families who have made this their life’s work,” said Dianda. “I am glad to be able to work with the timbermen and the people of the U.P. to make sure that we make the right decisions in Lansing about our forests so that they will continue providing jobs in both the timber and tourism industries.”

Dianda was given the award for his leadership on sustainable forest management issues, and his commitment to supporting the forest products industry to ensure that it remains a vital part of the U.P. and Michigan way of life.

Dianda’s House District 110 covers the counties of Baraga, Gogebic, Houghton, Iron, Keweenaw, Ontonagon and part of Marquette County.