Steve Daines: “my amendment simply expresses the sense of Congress that all future national monument designations should be subject to…”

“my amendment simply expresses the sense of Congress that all future national monument designations should be subject to consultation with local governments and the approval of the Governor and legislature of the States in which such designation would occur. This amendment ensures that the people affected most by these designations have a seat at the table and their voices are heard. The current administration, as well as past administrations--both Republican and Democratic--have made efforts to stretch the intent of the Antiquities Act, threatening Montanans' ability to manage our State's resources. It is a trend we are seeing. Any bill designation that impacts land management should be locally driven, not spearheaded in Washington. I urge my colleagues to support this amendment. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Senator from Washington.”