I understand the Mack-Graham amendment is in accordance with congressional findings that the settlement agreement requires the consent of Congress in connection with land transfers. I concur with my colleagues from Florida that the Miccosukee Settlement Act of 1997 expresses the desire of Congress to resolve the dispute between the State of Florida and the Miccosukee Tribe.
Discussing the Miccosukee Settlement Act of 1997 and its implications for land transfers.
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