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?
How would you suggest Congress equitably allocate that funding to make sure that Mississippi receives its fair share?
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 a...
Well, I think that is very important for people to really grasp the challenge here.
Hurricane Katrina is far from over.
I will continue to have as many hearings as it takes until we get this correct.
That is what I hope the outcome of this hearing will be, to try to find some specific suggestions along those line.
I do not think there is a governor, other than Governor Barbour--because this was his experience, so I can personally un...