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The Aerojet land exchange embodied in S. 854 has proven to be 

 fairly controversial. While the exchange is supported by the 

 entire Nevada congressional delegation as well as the Governor, a 

 number of conservation groups will present testimony today in 

 opposition to this proposed exchange. While I generally favor 

 land exchanges, I want to be sure that the United States receives 

 a fair deal and that the public interest is protected. I plan to 

 examine this particular proposal closely to insure that these 

 elements are present. 



