On the recordJanuary 28, 2015
speaking in opposition to this amendment, there is a reason why they call it a national monument. That is because it is a national process, and it is a national decision. Yes, Presidents of the United States consult with Governors and consult with State legislators, but they are not required to have a bill or the authority of the Governor before they make a national monument. Nearly half of our national parks, including the Grand Canyon and Olympic National Park, were designated under this Antiquities Act. Sixteen Presidents--eight Republicans and eight Democrats--have designated over 130 national monuments since Teddy Roosevelt signed this act in 1906. I think it has worked well for the United States of America. Please turn down this amendment. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The question is on agreeing to amendment No. 132, the Daines amendment.
