Joseph Morelle actually said...

We need to be prepared to ensure that Congress, our democracy can function in the face of all of the disasters.

I am glad we are holding this hearing today and look forward to a productive discussion.

I am grateful to my colleague and friend, Congressman Brad Wenstrup, for serving on our first panel today.

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