Paul Ryan confirms more aid going to Puerto Rico

  • 7 years ago
House Speaker Paul Ryan confirmed the federal government would provide more funding for Puerto Rico's rebuilding efforts following the destruction caused by Hurricane Maria. “When we get that final analysis, the administration will submit yet again to Congress a request for another aid package to respond to these longer-term problems." Ryan told reporters The House approved $36.5 billion in emergency relief for the island and other areas impacted. Ryan did not give a date of when the funds would be available.

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