Richard Blumenthal: “Numerous systems deficiencies and omissions by the Deepwater Horizon crew as well as poor maintenance of equipment…”

It fails to provide for adequate enforcement.

There’s no excuse for this administration disobeying the law and withholding this funding.

Sen. Blackburn and I will fight as long and hard as necessary to pass this bill.

This disaster declaration is a strong step toward bringing federal aid to Connecticut following severe floods last month.