Cliff Bentz: “I point out that there is layer upon layer of Federal protective designations already in place. More importantly, the…”

“I point out that there is layer upon layer of Federal protective designations already in place. More importantly, the local community has worked together for almost 7 years to put together a bill similar to the one that has been passed by the Senate. Why in the world would we want to allow the designation of a monument to usurp the local work done by people living in that area? This amendment keeps that from happening, and we need this kind of protection so that local people recognize they are not powerless and that they can step up and protect their land. Madam Chair, I strongly urge my colleagues to join me in defending our communities' rights and upholding our constitutional rights. We must not allow executive overreach but protect our rural communities and promote balanced approaches to Federal land management. Madam Chair, I yield back the balance of my time. The CHAIR. The question is on the amendment offered by the gentleman from Oregon (Mr. Bentz). The amendment was agreed to. Amendment No. 6 Offered by Mrs. Bice The CHAIR. It is now in order to consider amendment No. 6 printed in part B of House Report 118-602.”