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 SEPARATE  STATEMENT  OF  COMMISSIONER  MICHAEL  J.  COPPS 


 Re:  Modification  of  Subpart  G,  Section  0.701  of  the  Commission’s  Rules 
 The  Local  State  and  Government  Advisory  Committee  has  offered  guidance  to  the  Commission  on  more  than  thirty  key  areas  of  the  Commission’s  jurisdiction  that  impact  the 
 interests  of  other  governmental  entities.  They  consistently  have  provided  valuable  insights  and  information.  Our  deliberations  are  richer  as  a  result  of  their  efforts. 


 In  today’s  decision  we  adopt  revisions  to  the  rules  governing  this  advisory  group.  I  believe  that  by  formalizing  its  structure  we  will  improve  its  operations.  I  especially  am  pleased 
 that  in  this  group’s  new  incarnation  as  the  Intergovernmental  Advisory  Committee  we  increase  tribal  representation.  With  this  blend  of  insights  from  municipal,  county,  local,  state  and  tribal 
 representatives,  I  believe  that  we  have  the  ingredients  to  develop  creative  solutions  to  promote  the  interests  of  citizens,  governments  and  industry  alike.  The  input  of  this  advisory  committee  is 
 critical  to  our  deliberation,  and  I  often  wish  that  we  could  increase  the  representation  of  the  various  groups  comprising  it. 


 I  look  forward  to  working  with  the  membership  of  the  Intergovernmental  Advisory  Committee  and  building  on  what  I  hope  will  continue  to  be  a  dynamic  and  mutually  beneficial 
 relationship. 
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