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On the recordMarch 14, 2023
The systemic consideration of these factors by the Army Corps of Engineers...systemically disadvantages projects that would protect communities like this one.
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Alex Padilla
Democratic · California

Editor's note · Context

Padilla criticizes the Army Corps' funding formula for neglecting low-income communities.

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