On the recordAugust 20, 2013
The Corps has the expertise to build levees and protect these lands. Let them do that.
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congress.govThe Corps has the expertise to build levees and protect these lands. Let them do that.
Arguing that the Corps should focus on levee construction rather than additional responsibilities.
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