This amendment, while potentially well intended, could have the unintended consequences of weakening the Nation's safety standards for levees. I understand the gentleman plans to withdraw the amendment, and I commit to continue working with the gentleman on the issue. Mr. Chair, I yield to the gentleman from Louisiana (Mr. Graves).
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