case of a wetland delineation, determination, or certification for which there exists a dispute, the Secretary shall bear the burden of proof by a preponderance of the evidence. (E) Effect on existing process Nothing in this paragraph shall be construed to prohibit a person challenging a wetland delineation, determination, or certification from using the administrative appeal process in place before the date of enactment of this paragraph. . 3. Technical assistance permitted Section 1244(e) of the Food Security Act of 1985 ( 16 U.S.C. 3844(e) ) is amended to read as follows: (e) Provision of technical assistance by other sources (1) Third party technical assistance permitted The Secretary shall permit a person to secure technical assistance from an approved source, as determined by the Secretary, other than the Natural Resources Conservation Service— (A) in the preparation and application of a conservation plan under subtitle B or similar plan required as a condition for assistance from the Department of Agriculture