"It's critically important that we ensure the safety of all of our first responders, including firefighters who risk their lives every day to keep our communities safe."
"When I was a young member of the New Orleans City Council many years ago, I was successful in creating our first responders and firefighters."
"I fully support first responders and I appreciate the first responder witnesses before our subcommittee today."
"I represent New Orleans, a place that is no stranger to disasters."
"Congressman Troy Carter joined Senator Cassidy and me in his district to announce more than $27 million for community owned systems."
"But for me and Congressman Graves and the Louisiana delegation, other Members that represent areas throughout this country that are impacted, those aren't good odds for us."
"The ability for FEMA to adequately respond to all types of disasters is a major concern in my home district in southeast Louisiana."
"Another looming disaster for Louisiana is Risk Rating 2.0 and the rising cost of insurance, particularly flood insurance."
"I think everyone deserves to be able to evaluate and explore how you arrive at these numbers."
"The safest crossing is one that doesn't exist."
"I support that because I think that it's all about safety."