Political Quotes

“Madam President, first, let me offer to work with both Senators from Louisiana to secure the funding that their State so desperately needs, in my capacity as ranking member of the Transportation, HUD Appropriations Subcommittee. Louisiana has been particularly hard hit, experiencing three hurricanes almost back to back, and, certainly, the need for disaster assistance is clear. But we also have other States that have been affected: Alabama, California, Florida, Iowa, Michigan, Oregon, Puerto Rico--a Territory, not a State, obviously. But they need help too. What I would propose is that we work together on an emergency disaster supplemental that will take care of all these needs, including the needs of the people in hard-hit Louisiana. I pledge my personal help and support to both of my colleagues and friends from Louisiana to bring this about. Finally, let me just say, I am surprised that the administration has not submitted a request for supplemental disaster assistance. And I look forward to see-- The PRESIDING OFFICER. The time has expired.”