I think that it behooves Congress to step in and make sure that it is done in the most deliberative way possible.

Thank you, Mr. Chairman. And I won't be as courteous as yours; I have a rather lengthy opening statement.

Yes, let me. Mr. Ratcliffe, thank you. Can you talk to us about the current status of the Mohave land conveyance, and what has happened with Arizona Game and Fish in this last year?

But if the legislation exempts the state from having to carry out any of the negotiated mitigation...

Let me ask you about the Flake bill. The bill permits the closure and restriction of national monument lands by the BLM for specific reasons, including national security and public safety.

In other words, didn't everybody included in the NRA know that local land management agencies, Arizona Game and Fish, and community members were looking at recreational shooting issues throughout the entire Tucson basin?

Thank you for the opportunity to speak to the Subcommittee Members today on H.R. 2157.

Again, H.R. 2745 is just a legislative clarification regarding the special funds.

Does the Forest Service solicit and respond to public input in making this resource management decision regarding the construction of a major project like this one?

This piece of legislation is something that I have supported in the past and continue to do so.

Mr. Larson's legislation regarding the fascinating history of the Colt Arms manufacturing site has raised concerns in the past but there appear to be changed circumstances that will resolve those concerns.

Mr. Chairman, while the scheduling of today's meeting was not ideal, we do appreciate the inclusion of several measures sponsored by our Democratic colleagues.