Political Quotes

“I want to thank my friend, the distinguished ranking member of the full Appropriations Committee, for yielding. Mr. Speaker, today I rise in support of this supplemental appropriation covering numerous disasters. Communities hit by hurricanes, wildfires, tornadoes, and other natural disasters have been waiting too long for this needed relief. Over 40 States will be able to receive long-needed funding provided by this bill. The bill provides critical aid to help farmers and ranchers recover from losses to crops and livestock. Funding for cities and schools that have had their infrastructure damaged by natural disasters will be able to begin necessary repairs to buildings. The bill includes $50 million for the Department of Labor's dislocated worker national reserve. This funding will go to States to create temporary employment opportunities to assist with cleanup and recovery efforts for areas impacted by a disaster. The bill includes over $300 million for the Department of Health and Human Services, and $80 million is provided to support community health centers for construction, equipment, and healthcare services for low- income populations. The bill provides $20 million for the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to assess and mitigate environmental hazards, and $100 million is targeted to mental health and substance use services, helping people rebuild and recover.…”