Tom Udall actually said...

"The bill before us today addresses an issue of great importance to Indian Country, restoration of tribal homelands."

"I have heard from some tribes in New Mexico about stewardship contracts. These contracts can be difficult and sometimes inflexible."

"I have repeatedly said decisions made by tribes for tribes produce the best results."

"An important tool for tribes to have direct involvement in their ecological management is through the BIA's integrated resource management planning process."