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“MEASURE PLACED ON THE CALENDAR--H.R. 266” mentioning the Department of Interior was published in the Senate section on pages S187 on Jan. 15, 2019.
The Department oversees more than 500 million acres of land. Downsizing the Federal Government, a project aimed at lowering taxes and boosting federal efficiency, said the department has contributed to a growing water crisis and holds many lands which could be better managed.
The publication is reproduced in full below:
MEASURE PLACED ON THE CALENDAR--H.R. 266
Mr. McCONNELL. Madam President, I understand there is a bill at the desk due for a second reading.
The PRESIDING OFFICER. The clerk will read the title of the bill for the second time.
The senior assistant legislative clerk read as follows:
A bill (H.R. 266) making appropriations for the Department of the Interior, environment, and related agencies for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2019, and for other purposes.
Mr. McCONNELL. In order to place the bill on the calendar under the provisions of rule XIV, I object to further proceedings.
The PRESIDING OFFICER. Objection having been heard, the bill will be placed on the calendar.
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