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Brian Schatz: “The federal government has a responsibility to share the burden of rebuilding. And while the approval of the disaster…”

On the recordJune 11, 2026
The federal government has a responsibility to share the burden of rebuilding. And while the approval of the disaster declaration is a good first step, it is just that – a first step.
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Brian Schatz
Democratic · Hawaii

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Senator Schatz calls for ongoing federal assistance for recovery.

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