House Plans Vote on Harvey Funds in Mid-September
- Perry, flying to Texas, says ‘no idea’ how much money needed
- Vice President Pence says housing is biggest long-term concern
Rep. Weber Expects Congress to Pass Harvey Funding
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The U.S. House will most likely vote on the first phase of emergency relief money for Hurricane Harvey in mid-September after returning from summer recess, a Republican aide said Thursday.
The initial down payment would replenish Federal Emergency Management Agency funds used in the immediate aftermath of the massive storm that flooded parts of Houston with more than 50 inches of rain, said the aide, speaking on condition of anonymity. The House and Senate are set to return to Washington Sept. 5.