On the recordOctober 7, 2009
For Alaskans, it's critical that we come to agreement on this issue of the Sealaska lands bill so we can move forward on the larger issues of the future of Tongass.
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congress.govFor Alaskans, it's critical that we come to agreement on this issue of the Sealaska lands bill so we can move forward on the larger issues of the future of Tongass.
Emphasizes the importance of reaching an agreement on the Sealaska lands bill.
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