California lawmakers, whose districts are devastated by catastrophic flooding, are requesting President Biden to support the state’s call for a Presidential Major Disaster Declaration. Residents have had to evacuate their homes, businesses and farms. Federal support is needed to help these Californians move forward in recovery efforts.
Below and attached is a copy of their letter.
March 29, 2023
The Honorable Joseph R. Biden
President of the United States
The White House
1600 Pennsylvania Ave, NW
Washington, DC 20500
President Biden,
We write to you in support of the State of California’s request for a Presidential Major Disaster Declaration in response to the recent severe winter storms that have swept through and devastated many parts of California.
These storms have resulted in widespread flooding, displacing hundreds and hundreds of California residents, while also damaging critical infrastructure, washing out roads and bridges and threatening the livelihood of multiple industries across our state. Federal assistance is needed to supplement and support the efforts of state and local government in response to this disaster.
Response and recovery from these storms will require long-term investment, partnerships and coordination, and we ask that you swiftly approve California’s request for a Presidential Major Disaster Declaration and provide for all categories of public assistance, individual assistance and direct federal assistance.
Sincerely,
Vince Fong
Assemblymember
32nd District
Robert Rivas
Assemblymember
29th District
Jim Patterson
Assemblymember
8th District
Heath Flora
Assemblymember
9th District
Gail Pellerin
Assemblymember
28th District
Dawn Addis
Assemblymember
30th District
Tom Lackey
Assemblymember
34th District
Devon Mathis
Assemblymember
33rd District
Jasmeet Bains
Assemblymember
35th District
Freddie Rodriguez
Assemblymember
53rd District
Marie Waldron
Assemblymember
75th District
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Contact
Nghia.Nguyen@asm.ca.gov
916-813-8367
Assemblyman Vince Fong represents the 32nd Assembly District, which encompasses Kern and Tulare Counties.