I will be pleased to continue to work with my colleagues on this project. I note that the Subcommittee has made a significant effort in this bill to provide for visitor facilities in Alaska, but agree that additional facilities at Glacier Bay National Park are needed.
Discussing visitor facilities in Alaska and Glacier Bay National Park.
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