[Congressional Record Volume 159, Number 96 (Monday, July 8, 2013)]
[House]
[Page H4188]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                              {time}  1915
                        FLOODING IN PENNSYLVANIA

  (Mr. THOMPSON of Pennsylvania asked and was given permission to 
address the House for 1 minute and to revise and extend his remarks.)
  Mr. THOMPSON of Pennsylvania. In the time since this body last 
adjourned, storms and extreme weather have ravaged large portions of 
the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. The resulting floods have devastated 
communities across the Fifth District of Pennsylvania, including--but 
quite possibly not limited to--Venango, Jefferson, Clearfield, Clinton, 
and Centre Counties, all of which I represent.
  In the days following these events, I joined with State and local 
officials and others in the impacted communities to help those coping 
with loss to assess the damage and to begin the process of rebuilding. 
Though so many individuals and families are faced with loss and 
despair, it was truly inspiring to witness these communities come 
together to help fellow neighbors in need.
  I take the floor today to offer my thoughts and prayers to those 
affected by these events, especially to those grieving over the loss of 
a loved one. These individuals need our support and the care of a 
helping hand more than ever.

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