On the recordJune 9, 2014
we are taking some time to think through, listening carefully to those comments, continue to engage with stakeholders
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congress.govwe are taking some time to think through, listening carefully to those comments, continue to engage with stakeholders
Grijalva emphasizes the importance of stakeholder engagement in decision-making.
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