Political Quotes

“Madam Chairman, my amendment seeks to increase funding to the Army Corps of Engineers' Civil Works Construction account by $1 million to support flood and storm damage reduction efforts. With hurricane season underway, it is important that we support the Corps' critical efforts in this area. In H.R. 2609, Chairman Frelinghuysen has provided the Corps of Engineers with $1.3 billion for projects that can mitigate natural disasters, including hurricanes, storms, and floods. Having lived through Hurricane Sandy, I know the chairman is well aware of the value of these investments, and I would like to thank the chairman and the committee for their efforts on our behalf. By providing this additional funding for the Corps to conduct important activities, my amendment demonstrates a commitment to addressing the threat of severe weather events and flooding. The Corps has undertaken a number of important flood projects throughout the country, and we must continue to provide the funding we need to support these efforts. Again, I appreciate the efforts of the chairman and his committee's work in crafting this bill and supporting the Corps' important work, and I urge my colleagues to support this amendment. I yield back the balance of my time.”