Keystone XL Pipeline Act

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Mr. DAINES. Mr. President, my amendment simply expresses the sense of
Congress that all future national monument designations should be
subject to consultation with local governments and the approval of the
Governor and legislature of the States in which such designation would
occur. This amendment ensures that the people affected most by these
designations have a seat at the table and their voices are heard.

The current administration, as well as past administrations--both
Republican and Democratic--have made efforts to stretch the intent of
the Antiquities Act, threatening Montanans' ability to manage our
State's resources.

It is a trend we are seeing. Any bill designation that impacts land
management should be locally driven, not spearheaded in Washington.

I urge my colleagues to support this amendment.

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