Thomas R. Carper
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Thomas R. Carper is a United States Senator from Delaware, serving since 2001. He is a member of the Democratic Party and has held various political roles throughout his career, including serving as the Governor of Delaware from 1993 to 2001. Carper is known for his work on issues related to the environment, healthcare, and postal service reform. As a Vietnam War veteran, he often emphasizes his military service and its impact on his public service philosophy.
As a lifelong public servant, you know better than most that our workforce is one of the most important assets, I think maybe the most important asset, that we have in the Federal Government.
I am also proud of the committee's work to improve wastewater infrastructure for communities large and small, especially underserved communities that Senator Sullivan and others have talked about.
One of the great things about being on this committee is we actually kind of like each other, Democrats and Republicans, we like to work together.
I am going to ask you to hold it right there. I have just been contacted by the Senate Finance Committee.
So I believe there is some room there that we can relax some of those financial requirements with the application.
Many disadvantaged communities face significant environmental challenges and have extensive infrastructure needs.