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Jeff Bingaman: We strongly suggest this committee hold a field hearing where the land and the people exist so that all issues and…

On the recordOctober 7, 2009
We strongly suggest this committee hold a field hearing where the land and the people exist so that all issues and interests can be fully aired and discussed with the folks most affected.
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Jeff Bingaman
Democratic · New Mexico

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Bingaman advocates for a field hearing to address local concerns.

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