Hagibis aid for Marianas ok'd

Statement

Thanks to President Trump for responding quickly to the Commonwealth's request for an emergency declaration, as Super Typhoon Hagibis bore down on us. Acting Governor Arnold Palacios submitted the formal request, which I supported; and the President issued the declaration that afternoon. While our islands were spared major damage from Super Typhoon Hagibis, unlocking this initial federal aid to help Marianas first responders prepare for and respond to the storm put us ahead of the game. An emergency declaration makes up to $5 million in federal resources immediately available to support debris removal, air transportation, and shelters to save lives and protect property.

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