04/10/2013
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"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."
"Under this legislation, what would happen to that process?"
"To have it off the Mall we think sends a disservice to--sends a message that we value the service and sacrifice of the World War I veterans less than we do the other wars."
"I would like to again thank Chairman Bishop and Ranking Member Grijalva."