Nita Lowey actually said...

"It is my hope that today we can have a productive discussion about how FEMA can best help those impacted by Harvey, Irma, and Maria with a particular focus on how to assist Puerto Rico with vital repa..."

"After Superstorm Sandy, it was very difficult to garner support for the disaster assistance we needed."

"The very lives and livelihoods of our fellow citizens are going to depend upon the Office of Insular Affairs getting its job done efficiently, effectively, and right."

"I am also very concerned about what the department is doing for the threatened species, especially the Puerto Rican parrot."