[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 110 (Friday, June 23, 2023)]
[House]
[Page H3129]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




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                      DISASTER IN TEXAS PANHANDLE

  (Mr. JACKSON of Texas asked and was given permission to address the 
House for 1 minute and to revise and extend his remarks.)
  Mr. JACKSON of Texas. Mr. Speaker, unfortunately, multiple disasters 
have struck Texas-13 over the last month, from devastating floods in 
May to a series of deadly tornadoes in the last week, first in Perryton 
and later in Matador and Afton.
  While we continue to assess the most recent damage, we already know 
that hundreds of homes, businesses, and properties were destroyed. Many 
of my constituents were injured, and tragically, lives were lost.
  Despite the wreckage, my constituents, assisted by their community, 
local officials, and volunteers from across the State, came together to 
provide water, food, fuel, and so much more to their neighbors in need.
  The Federal Government must act to do everything it can to bring the 
needed aid to the Texas Panhandle and help expedite the recovery and 
cleanup efforts.
  For too long, the Federal Government has forgotten about rural 
America. We cannot let this happen here. It may take months to rebuild, 
but I know we will do it thanks to the steadfast spirit of the Texans I 
represent.
  Mr. Speaker, I am proud to represent the brave people of the Texas 
Panhandle, and I ask that you please join me in praying for them at 
this time.

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