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On the recordSeptember 15, 1998
Mr. Speaker, this bill, as introduced by the gentleman from Idaho, would amend the Idaho Admissions Act to make certain changes regarding the sale and exchange or lease of lands granted to the State of Idaho for the benefit of schools. The purpose of the exchanges, as I understand them, is to generate additional income for Idaho's permanent endowment fund. The State of Idaho has already modified State law in order to implement these changes; however, the Idaho Admissions Act must also be amended in order to conform to these changes. Simple as that, Mr. Speaker. I urge my colleagues to support this legislation.
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Eni Faleomavaega
American Samoa

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Discussing a bill to amend the Idaho Admissions Act related to land sales for school funding.

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