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On the recordApril 18, 2012
For far too long, bureaucratic red tape has prevented the pursuit of Tribal economic development opportunities, especially energy development.
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John Barrasso
Republican · Wyoming

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Barrasso criticizes bureaucratic obstacles hindering Tribal economic development.

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