Connecticut Delegation Demands Relief for Farmers After Catastrophic Flooding
July 29, 2023
July 29, 2023
WASHINGTON, July 29 -- Rep. Jahana Hayes, D-Connecticut, issued the following news release on July 28, 2023, and letters:
This week, the Connecticut Congressional Delegation amplified the call of Governor Ned Lamont, requesting President Biden and USDA Secretary Tom Vilsack take necessary action to declare a disaster in Connecticut and ensure farmers in the state of Connecticut can survive the significant financial loss from the severe flooding that occurred this month.
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This week, the Connecticut Congressional Delegation amplified the call of Governor Ned Lamont, requesting President Biden and USDA Secretary Tom Vilsack take necessary action to declare a disaster in Connecticut and ensure farmers in the state of Connecticut can survive the significant financial loss from the severe flooding that occurred this month.
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