Lowey Statement on House Republicans Again Blocking Bipartisan Disaster Relief Legislation

WASHINGTON — House Appropriations Committee Chairwoman Nita M. Lowey (D-NY-17) released the following statement after House Republicans objected to passage of bicameral, bipartisan disaster relief legislation:

“Today’s heartless objection once again delays desperately needed relief for families and communities across the country. It is disheartening to see House Republicans’ callousness in the face of so much suffering.”

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