When doing my lower intake manifold gaskets I disconnected the egr tube. It kind of bent when reconnecting it and I can feel some air from that area.

Would it be easier if I just deleted my egr, or went out and bought another egr tube. Cheapest I can find it online is $40.00 for a new one. If I delete my egr, how can I pass smog here in Nevada? Also, will there be any pros\cons in deleting it?