Donald Payne actually said...

"Research shows that for every dollar we invest in mitigation funding, we save $6 from reduced damage after a disaster."

"Based on the outcomes from the 2017 storms, particularly in Puerto Rico, there is no question that the Federal Government's response needs improvement."

"Unfortunately, funding for preparedness grants, the Homeland Security Grant Program, has not fully rebounded from cuts imposed by the Republican-controlled House in fiscal years 2011 and 2012."

"Research shows that for every $1 we invest in mitigation funding, we save $6 from reduced damage after a disaster."