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Any conflict between these two important elements of our economy necessarily affects consumers and is a matter of real concern for this Subc...

any actions that potentially limit participation in a standards development organization could be detrimental to consumers.

Are there ways of keeping that leverage in check? For each leverage point, is there a counterpoint?

A WRDA has not been authorized since 2007. A new authorization is necessary to continue approved flood control.