I believe that we should reject this amendment. I understand why the gentleman has proposed the amendment, because it was the only way that it could be brought to the floor, but it is too broad. It does not do what it is intended to do. It goes far beyond that and prevents the Secretary from bringing any land under tribal trust status at any point. I believe that is a mistake. I would urge Members of this body to reject this amendment.
Opposing an amendment related to tribal trust land during a House debate.
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