"FEMA has one of the most important functions of the Federal Government in helping our citizens prepare for and recover from disasters."
"It is great to be with all of you."
"While we are grateful for the assistance from FEMA, we must always ask ourselves, how can we do better?"
"I've been here long enough to see the range of issues this committee deals with."
"Yes, the answer is yes. I don't think there is any disagreement on that."
"Although, we may disagree on this figure of 38 percent, that it is 38 percent worse because of climate change. That number is based on a computer model, not the scientific method."
"One of the reasons I sought to join this committee was because of my district. It is in Houston. My district was devastated by Hurricane Harvey."
"I, and the Nation, are grateful for people like you who place service to country above self."
"It is amazing what can be accomplished in our markets if we let people take back their own money and use it for things like direct primary care."
"Any time we budget, this is always about choices."
"I look forward to working with you and serving with you on this very important subcommittee on disaster preparedness response and recovery."