Congressman Brett Guthrie sent a letter today to President Barack Obama asking that Kentucky’s request for a federal disaster declaration be quickly considered.  In the letter, Guthrie highlights the nearly 400,000 Kentuckians who are still without power due to the recent winter storm that wrought havoc across a significant portion of the eastern United States.  Below is the text of Congressman Guthrie’s letter.

January 28, 2009

The Honorable Barack H. Obama
President of the United States
The White House
1600 Pennsylvania Ave. NW
Washington, D.C.  20500


Dear President Obama: 

It has come to my attention that Governor Steve Beshear has requested a federal disaster declaration in order to accelerate assistance to the people of Kentucky.  I strongly urge you to give swift consideration to his request.

Nearly 400,000 Kentuckians are without power today as a result of yesterday’s ice storm, which is the second largest power outage in the state’s history. 

Should your staff have any further questions, please contact my office at (202) 225-3501.


Sincerely,

                       

BRETT GUTHRIE
Member of Congress

Contact:  Nate Hodson or Megan Spindel
Phone:  202-225-3501