[Congressional Record Volume 158, Number 155 (Wednesday, December 5, 2012)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E1878-E1879]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




    THANKING TAIWAN FOR RELIEF FUNDS DONATED TOWARD RECOVERY AFTER 
                            SUPERSTORM SANDY

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                         HON. CAROLYN McCARTHY

                              of new york

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, December 5, 2012

  Mrs. McCARTHY of New York. Mr. Speaker, I wish to extend my sincere 
gratitude for the relief funds donated by Taiwan which have been 
designated to aid in the United States' recovery after Superstorm 
Sandy. This generous donation comes at a time when collaboration and 
unity among people is the most important step toward recovery, and it 
is humbling to witness a global effort for relief.
  As my colleagues may know, many citizens, including many of my own 
constituents in Long Island, are still struggling to rebuild their 
lives after the devastation caused by Superstorm Sandy. The aid offered 
by Taiwan will directly assist in repairing the coastal region and our 
nation, both in short term and long term efforts. From a pledge of $1.3 
million, $100,000 will be given to New York City, New York State and 
New Jersey each. The additional $1 million will be split between 
Washington charities the United Way and Habitat for Humanity, which 
have been working tirelessly to aid and rebuild the hardest hit areas.

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  Again, I thank Taiwan for the generosity they have shown to the 
United States during these difficult times. Relief funds are one of the 
most important ways in which help can be brought to the storm-stricken 
areas. I stand alongside the victims of this storm, as well as those 
who have already dedicated so much time and effort to rebuilding the 
region, in thanking Taiwan. These resilient people, with the assistance 
of the relief funds, will see a steady, efficient, and full recovery.

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