I thank my colleague for her confirmation of my understanding. The Rubio amendment also includes language which states that section 7003 of S. 47 has no force or effect. I ask the Senator from Alaska, is it her understanding that the provisions of the Rubio amendment, as adopted by the Senate, do not change the provisions or implementation of Public Law 115-358 other than to enact the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service's recommended changes to Cape San Blas maps?
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