Gov. Kemp Issues Statement on Federal Disaster Relief Legislation

ATLANTA, Georgia, Feb. 26 -- Gov. Brian P. Kemp, R-Georgia, issued the following statement after Sens. Johnny Isakson and David Perdue introduced bipartisan legislation to address federal disaster relief for Georgians and others impacted by Hurricane Michael:

"I thank Senator Isakson and Senator Perdue for their tireless work to secure aid for thousands of hardworking Georgians in dire need.

"Their leadership will provide farm families vital assistance as they work to rebuild and revive heavily impacted areas of our state.

"President Trump and Vice President Pence saw firsthand the generational damage Georgians and our neighbors endured at the hands of Hurricane Michael, and we are very grateful that they stood with us every step of the way.

"Now, it is time for Congress to act quickly, end the delays and gridlock, and fulfill their responsibility to the people of Georgia."