Unfortunately, anti-growth obstructionists have already threatened to stall this process with lawsuits.
Doug LaMalfa
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Douglas Lee LaMalfa is an American politician serving as the U.S. Representative for California's 1st congressional district since January 3, 2013. A member of the Republican Party, LaMalfa has focused on issues such as agriculture, natural resources, and rural development during his time in office. He has been an advocate for policies that support farmers and promote economic growth in his district, which encompasses a large portion of Northern California.
The legislation provides for certain aspects that the County can predict, whereas the Tribe wouldn't necessarily have to do certain things under a BIA decision.
It is important that we in Congress back up, basically, our oath to preserve constitutional ideals.
This will direct the Secretary of the Interior to take land into trust to enable the Santa Ynez Band of Chumash to address a shortage of housing for their members.
You know, it seems to me in Washington, if it ain't broke you go meddle with it.
For those employees that are there grinding it out at the grunt level, using a military term, we appreciate you.
I supported removing direct payments, and so there is an implied promise there, I guess, with direct payments, again, happily being gone.





