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“I thank the gentleman, and, Mr. Speaker, I rise today in strong support of H.R. 5013, to help ensure the American people retain their rights to defend their families and property during the chaos which may follow during a disaster. I also want to commend Congressman Jindal, the sponsor of this bill, and Congressman Kuhl for their hard work in bringing it to the floor today. The gentleman from Louisiana saw the breakdown of law and order following Hurricane Katrina and understands more than most why we need this bill. Congressman Kuhl serves with me on the Emergency Management Subcommittee and is a long-standing champion of our second amendment rights. They both deserve the lion's share of credit for protecting our rights today. I wish I could say that this bill wasn't needed, but after Katrina I know that it is. Following Katrina's devastation, thousands of law- abiding citizens found themselves in a desperate situation where chaos reigned and the police were overwhelmed. Under these circumstances, bedrock American principles, such as neighbor helping neighbor, self- reliance, self-defense, and even the right to bear arms were often the key to survival. This bill is needed, because under those horrible conditions, too many Americans were denied their basic rights and had their legal firearms seized. That is simply wrong and must be changed before the next disaster strikes. I also want to make clear, as I believe Mr.…”