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Lawmakers refers to those members of the legislature who have what special talent?

a. They are specialists in grammar and punctuation, who make sure every "i" is dotted and every "t" crossed. b. They are the ones responsible for making sure that proposed laws are officially entered in the record of the assembly. c. They are the ones who have figured out how to vote yes on all successfully enacted legislation. d. They are the legislators who enjoy sculpting proposals into the best shape possible, then advocating for their adoption.

Regional Councils of Governments' (COGs) principal function is

a. collecting taxes. b. passing laws. c. providing services to their member governments. d. All of these