Raúl Grijalva: “We believe that tribes deserve to be meaningfully consulted before development happens on their ancestral lands.”

Future exploration or mining activities at the site not only threatens the health and welfare of tribal members.

The mining industry, however, sits above all of that.

A few weeks ago, I sought medical treatment for a persistent cough which was initially diagnosed as pneumonia. After further testing and imaging, my physician discovered that I have cancer.

My amendment consists of reasonable fixes that Republicans have previously supported. If adopted, Democrats would unanimously support the final passage of this bill. Mr. Chair, I encourage my colleagues to support my amendment, and I yield…