Massive Federal Lands Bill Fails, But Democrats Still Pushing Reckless Agenda

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Congressman Tom Price issued the following statement after the House of Representatives failed to pass S. 22, the Omnibus Public Land Management Act. The pork-filled package would block millions of acres for energy development, expand federal land holdings, give the government even more control over American land, and trample private property rights.

"This bill represents so much of what is wrong with Washington," said Chairman Price. "With it, Democrats aimed to transfer power from the people to the government, expand the government's role as the nation's largest landlord, drive up energy prices, and spend even more money on wasteful pork projects. This is not the agenda of the American people. With Americans looking for economic relief, now is not the time to obstruct American energy production and further expand Washington's reach.

"Today's bill may have failed, but the reckless partisan agenda behind it goes on. It's time congressional Democrats stop putting big government ahead of the American people. Folks are seeking solutions that will make energy more affordable, reduce wasteful spending, and get government out of the way of economic growth. We must respect the power of private citizens, private property, and the private sector if we want to truly achieve prosperity and confidence."

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