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On the recordOctober 17, 2016
But the problem still exists. The enforcement of those laws has not been strong enough.
Said by
Martin Heinrich
Democratic · New Mexico

Editor's note · Context

Heinrich highlights ongoing issues with enforcing laws protecting tribal cultural items.

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