Drifting snow and icy waters ravaged our roads, buckled our bridges and collapsed our buildings, but could not destroy our families, our communities and our will. Those remain intact. They are stronger than ever. And they are the foundation for the recovery we gather to address today. Pennsylvania's representatives will work together to help them recover.
Natural disasters have no political borders or partisan leanings.
Pennsylvania's response has been in kind. In the days and weeks to come, we must continue to work together to fulfill our obligation to our citizens and communities. There are many Pennsylvanians looking to their state government for help. We cannot let them down. Over 52,000 homes have been effected.