Florida Sen Rick Scott demands 'immediate' disaster relief vote as Hurricane Idalia makes landfall
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Florida GOP Sen. Rick Scott is calling on the Senate to take up his disaster relief legislation when lawmakers return to Capitol Hill next week.
Scott announced he would be introducing his Federal Disaster Responsibility Act, which combines several aid bills, when the Senate returns next week. He said it is aimed at making sure "that the immediate needs for FEMA’s Disaster Relief Fund are fully funded and Florida’s military bases, families and growers impacted by disasters have the federal support they need and deserve." Elizabeth Elkind is a reporter for Fox News Digital focused on Congress as well as the intersection of Artificial Intelligence and politics. Previous digital bylines seen at Daily Mail and CBS News.
"The moment the Senate reconvenes next week, I will be introducing this bill and demanding an immediate vote. Floridians are doing their part and getting ready, and I will not allow Washington to continue playing games with disaster aid and the lives of those needing our help," Scott said. Follow on Twitter at @liz_elkind and send tips to elizabeth.elkind@fox.com
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