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Alex Padilla: We should be thinking beyond just the benefit/cost ratio in order to ensure we're protecting vulnerable communities…

On the recordMarch 15, 2023
We should be thinking beyond just the benefit/cost ratio in order to ensure we're protecting vulnerable communities equitably.
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Alex Padilla
Democratic · California

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Padilla calls for a broader approach to federal resource allocation for vulnerable communities.

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