Senator Udall expresses gratitude during the discussion.
07/23/2013
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I believe that ensuring that tribal water rights are secure is a trust responsibility of the Federal Government.
It is my hope that we can identify ways to make the process of settling tribal water claims faster.
the Department will not, and I think I am quoting you accurately now, David, will not allow 'legalistic interpretations of the law to stand ...
Frequently that is hurting the tribes. The other non-Indian users are gaining water.