I do not think there is a governor, other than Governor Barbour--because this was his experience, so I can personally understand how you bel...
So the Mississippi money came in one tranche. Two tranches? What was your first?
I am familiar with that arbitrary cap placed on allocations to States by Congress.
I want to commend you for having this hearing today on the role of the CDBG program in disaster recovery.
I think that I heard all of you say that you would suggest some changes to the program.
But under the disaster program, is there such a formula?
That is what I hope the outcome of this hearing will be, to try to find some specific suggestions along those line.
You are testifying that we do not yet have such an equitable way.
It has been really terrific testimony that you have provided.
This should be the money that has not been spent yet, this is the main thing it should go to is, really, well-revamped appeals.
Wouldn't it be prudent to continue the program and conduct a study that actually compares students who use scholarships to those in the DC p...
Mr. Secretary, I know I was not in Congress when the original DC Opportunity Scholarship Program passed...
How would you suggest Congress equitably allocate that funding to make sure that Mississippi receives its fair share?
I will continue to have as many hearings as it takes until we get this correct.
Hurricane Katrina is far from over.
Well, I think that is very important for people to really grasp the challenge here.
I hope, Senator Landrieu, that you will read my summary of pleas from applicants, asking for justice and fairness.
Those funds need to continue to be targeted at those individuals.
