Paul Gosar

The potential economic benefits of this legislation are staggering.

This legislation also has national security implications.

H.R. 687 facilitates a land exchange that will bring into Federal stewardship 5,500 acres of high-priority conservation lands.

I strongly believe will provide the agencies with the information they need to make better decisions for the country.

Prepared statement on H.R. 687

Letters of support from the State government delegation of the affected region: Governor Jan Brewer, State Senator Barb McQuire, State Representatives Frank Pratt, T.J. Shope, and Brenda Barton.

When the Oak Flat Picnic and Campground was withdrawn in 1955... it made no mention of tribal sacred sites.

As someone who has lived among Native Americans my entire life, tribal consultation and Congress's trust responsibility to Tribes is very important to me.

The State can't take care of it. The State won't take care of it.

The Town of Superior held local elections just a week ago, after the current Council broke its Mutual Benefits Agreement off with Resolution Copper.

I have been humbled by the outpouring of support of your community that was given to Congressman Kirkpatrick and myself in our efforts to take action.

My bill is clear that the mine can only move forward following preparation of a full environmental impact study.

You have been one of the most accessible legislators I have ever seen.

Hardly sounds like a bad partner.

This land exchange would set a terrible precedent.

In fact, in some cases, Arizona is more stringent than the U.S. Code.

The full NEPA process is not subjugated or shortchanged.

There is nothing unusual about it; it is a standard procedure.

I would challenge that, in regards to the waste that comes out of urban areas.

I think Congressman Obey would tell you this is incredible. This is a great company, OK?

There are absolutely no shortcuts.

In this language, that is why my bill will protect Apache Leap beyond the current land management situation.

I think those are the things that answer questions. You know, facts set you free.

I urge my colleagues to support the legislation because I know it will lead to a better future for my constituents and this country.

This legislation is not only a jobs bill, it's a conservation bill.