I appreciate the remarks of the gentleman from Illinois. I believe this is a noncontroversial amendment. It will encourage local governments to undertake repairs and remedial efforts. And I believe it is a fair, equitable change in the bill to reward local and State governments for their efforts. With that, I would recommend passage of the amendment.
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