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Joe Morelle: Unfortunately, because of the way in which the benefits of federal flood control projects are calculated, it has been…

On the recordFebruary 26, 2020
Unfortunately, because of the way in which the benefits of federal flood control projects are calculated, it has been difficult to receive federal recognition and support for initiatives that could raise the level of flood protection higher than is possible under the current Corps of Engineers rules.
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Joe Morelle
Democratic · New York

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Morelle discusses challenges in obtaining federal support for flood protection initiatives.

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