Political Quotes

“Mr. Chairman, I am concerned about the level of funding for flood control projects, particularly the Greens Bayou and Hunting Bayou, all of which flow through my district in Harris County. Greens Bayou flooded nearly half of the 30,000 homes that were damaged by Tropical Storm Allison, while Hunting Bayou affected hundreds of homes as well. These two bayou systems need to be considered for increased support since the recent floods, including funding for continued improvement to both the Greens and the Hunting Bayou systems. Mr. Chairman, to see the estimated $4 billion-plus damage, and the loss of 23 lives, we on this floor realize the need to continue the Corps of Engineers projects not only in my district, but all of our districts throughout the country. In light of the recent severe flooding from Tropical Storm Allison, I ask the gentleman from Alabama (Mr. Callahan) and the gentleman from Indiana (Mr. Visclosky) for their assistance to ensure that funding is restored as the bill moves through conference.”