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Ben Ray Luján: “It would be a grave injustice to tax revenues originating from lands held for the exclusive use and benefit of American…”

On the recordSeptember 13, 2012
It would be a grave injustice to tax revenues originating from lands held for the exclusive use and benefit of American Indians, who secured their property at a great cost.
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Ben Ray Luján
Democratic · New Mexico

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Lujan argues against taxing tribal revenues, emphasizing their unique status and historical context.

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