Washington, DC, Jun 28, 2007 -

U.S. Representative John Carter (R - Round Rock) today sent letters on behalf of the entire Texas Congressional Delegation to President Bush, U.S. Department of Homeland Security Secretary Michael Chertoff and Federal Emergency Management Agency Administrator David Paulison asking for expedited approval of Governor Rick Perry’s federal disaster declaration request in the wake of severe flooding in regions of Texas. Congressman Carter received strong bipartisan support for the letter, with all 32 of Texas’ U.S. Representatives signing.

“The residents of Texas affected by this storm need help now,” said Congressman Carter. “My colleagues on both sides of the aisle recognize the severity of this situation and want to do everything we can to help our constituents recover from this disaster. I am glad the Texas Delegation was able to lend their bipartisan support to this effort in urging President Bush to send adequate resources to assist Texas in this time of need.”

A copy of Congressman Carter’s letter signed by the Texas Delegation to President Bush is attached. Identical copies were sent to Secretary Chertoff and FEMA Director Paulison.