James Traficant: “Mr. Chairman, I support, in principle, the fact that when a Federal agency takes an action that limits the use of…”

“Mr. Chairman, I support, in principle, the fact that when a Federal agency takes an action that limits the use of private property or causes the damage in property values that compensation is in order, and proper procedures affecting those goals shall be implemented. In essence, I support H.R. 1534. I want to commend the sponsor, the gentleman from California, Mr. Gallegly, and the gentleman from North Carolina, Chairman Coble, for this measure. I have supported it in the past. I support it today. My measure was added as an amendment the last time this legislation was offered on the floor, and unanimously accepted. Here is what it says: When a Federal agency takes an action that limits the use of or causes property damage, the agency shall give notice to that prisoner explaining the rights they have and where they go for compensation, if they qualify. Let me say this: The average private property owner does not have accountants and attorneys that monitor legislation. This is the right thing to do.”