IPANM (Roswell, NM) - IPANM Executive Director Jim Winchester has issued the following statement.

"IPANM (Independent Petroleum Association of New Mexico) has serious concerns about the selection of Congresswoman Haaland for the job of Interior Secretary. Ms. Haaland has repeatedly demonstrated contempt towards our industry, especially regarding the need for a balanced approach to public land management. We urge congressional leaders to closely examine her anti-oil & gas record as they consider this selection."

Regards,

--jim