Death tolls shape public opinion and, in turn, influence how resources are allocated in response. This new bill will make sure Congress and the American people have a clear picture of the severity of future catastrophes. I thank the ranking member and the chairman for working to include my bill as a provision. I encourage my colleagues to vote ``yes.''
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