I think what I would suggest is perhaps we should have a larger conversation as a Committee as to whether or not there should be legislation that gives the BLM Director...to waive that step of the process if they deem it in the best interests of the agency and the land being conveyed.
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Neguse advocates for legislation to allow BLM to expedite land transfer processes.
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