Mr. President, I call up my amendment No. 3482, as modified, and ask that it be reported by number. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The clerk will report. The senior assistant legislative clerk read as follows: The Senator from New Mexico [Mr…

Mr. President, I ask unanimous consent that the order for the quorum call be rescinded. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without objection, it is so ordered. Amendment No. 3482, as Modified, to Amendment No. 3464

I think it's important we move forward, so we make sure that we have a good, long-term relationship between the Air Force and the White Sand's National Monument.

As we all know, the military's ability to meet future global challenges is directly tied to its facilities.

Thank you, Madam Chair.

I want to work with you to reopen this mill and others like it in New Mexico.

These folks have a long history and centuries-old traditions. They are deeply tied to the land.

I intend to join his efforts by introducing a bill in the Senate sometime in the future.

Is it fair to just say that--you know, I am not asking for an answer here.

This puts New Mexicans at a severe disadvantage obviously.

How can the Forest Service change its practices so that more New Mexicans can be considered for those positions?

I interpret that to mean that the demand is higher than what is being assumed, certainly higher than what you are seeking to provide.

It is very important for your agency to make a good-faith effort on this.

But the risk of Forest Service fire tempers those benefits.

New Mexico has a unique relationship with our national forests. The forests are literally our backyards.

Can I get your commitment to continue working with me to ensure that these traditional communities in New Mexico have a seat at the table when it comes to land management decisions?

I am just hoping that the Forest Service will also take an active part of that.

How are we enforcing that? Because I will tell you that access is still a giant issue in my state and so many others.