Thomas McClintock actually said...

On the whole, the land exchange contemplated by H.R. 5780 is a spectacular opportunity to consolidate scattered trust lands into more usable...

We respectfully ask that it be passed out of committee favorably at the earliest possible time.

We commit to work with the Department, local governments, NGOs, and affected third parties to resolve particular issues.

We acknowledge and respect the tribe's position, and commit to work with the tribe and the Department of the Interior.