DISASTER RECOVERY GAPS

On 2026-06-10, Representative Wesley Bell (D-MO-1) delivered a floor speech titled "DISASTER RECOVERY GAPS" in the House.

DISASTER RECOVERY GAPS

Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 98 (Wednesday, June 10, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 98 (Wednesday, June 10, 2026)] [House] [Page H4065] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] {time} 1210 DISASTER RECOVERY GAPS (Mr. BELL asked and was given permission to address the House for 1 minute and to revise and extend his remarks.) Mr. BELL. Madam Speaker, I rise today on behalf of all of those impacted by last year's devastating tornado. People deserve a recovery process that is prompt, transparent, and responsive to their community's actual needs. However, time and time again, President Trump and his administration have failed to meet those needs. Sadly, those impacted by last year's tornado have joined a long line of communities around the country pleading with this administration to do its fair share in their recovery process. This is unacceptable, which is why yesterday I introduced my CDBG-DR AAA legislation, the first in a series of bills to reform and overhaul the disaster relief system in this country. This bill helps ensure recovery gaps are identified early and continuously assessed after a major disaster declaration is declared by the President. This will help communities access the resources needed to rebuild stronger and faster. We can and we must do better for those who need us most, and I remain committed to fighting on their behalf in Congress. ____________________