let me just say this is reasonable language that allows the maintenance and repair of levees without having to go through this absurd, years-long, multimillion-dollar process to protect people's lives and property. It is an extreme policy under the law now, and we are about to change it. Vote ``no'' on Boehlert and vote ``aye'' on the underlying language.
Discussing legislation related to the maintenance and repair of levees.
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