I share the Tribes’ concerns, and if an appropriate witness from the Department of Interior or the Department of Commerce were present today, I would ask them to confirm that the bill would limit Tribal rights, including fishing rights and if the bill could lead to an increase in litigation.
Heinrich on the Hydropower Licensing Affordability Act.
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The LWCF exists to protect public lands and waters and expand recreational access nationwide for the public benefit, not to enrich private interests.
At its core, this proposal appears to provide a private benefit at the expense of land that belongs to all Americans.
Families in New Mexico are not clamoring for incandescent light bulbs. Most people just want to be able to afford their energy bills.
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