On the recordJanuary 14, 2009
The last thing we want to do is to drive ranchers, some of whom have been using these lands for five-six generations, essentially off the lands and into bankruptcy.
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congress.govThe last thing we want to do is to drive ranchers, some of whom have been using these lands for five-six generations, essentially off the lands and into bankruptcy.
Emphasizes the importance of balancing ranching and environmental protection.
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