Rep. Case Votes ‘Aye’ on Final Passage of Disaster Aid
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- Measure now moves to the President for approval
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"The Neighbor Islands bore the brunt of the damage from natural disasters of the past year," said Case. "O`ahu was also severely affected and the aftermath was felt throughout the state including disruption of our tourism and agriculture industries and beyond. These sorely needed funds will assist those affected to recover and carry on with their lives."
Passage of the bill had been delayed for months over various partisan disagreements, but agreement was ultimately achieved among the
The supplemental appropriations bill included funding for these specific programs that would benefit Hawai'i:
Agriculture Programs:
Education Recovery:
Community Development Block Grants:
Federal Highway Administration Emergency Relief:
Finally, Case highlighted the importance of natural disaster preparedness throughout Hawai'i especially as hurricane season begins. "Back home on Saturday I was able to visit with our
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