Bennie Thompson actually said...

"Clearly, FEMA and its partners must do a better job of ensuring that States provide Federal funding to those communities most in need."

"For years, I have been a champion of equity--this Congress I was proud to see my legislation, the FEMA Equity Act, pass the House."

"I applaud the Biden administration's commitment to that work, and I will do everything in my power to ensure we make real progress for Jackson and communities like mine across the United States."

"It is imperative in this country that the Federal, State, and local governments to pursue and implement policies that strengthen the resilience of our Nation's infrastructure and lower our collective ..."