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From the Desk of
Representative Byron Donalds

One Year Later
by Congressman Byron Donalds
ne year ago, the devastating storm We must proactively prepare for disaster scenarios, encourage efficiency in
surge, wind gusts and widespread federal agency collaboration and foster clean and green energy solutions. Dave & Ann Renner
Odestruction of Hurricane Ian, leveled H.R. 5103 – The Fishery Improvement to Streamline Untimely Dave & Ann Renner
mile-after-mile of our region. Although Regulatory Hurdles Post-Emergency Situation (FISHES) Act – This
the destruction was historic, the strength, bipartisan bill seeks to improve the federal regulatory processes associated Trusted.
resilience and can-do spirit of our Southwest with disaster relief funding at fisheries. In addition to streamlining federal Trusted.
Florida community propelled us through a disaster relief funding, my proposal slashes red tape for expedited disaster
year of extraordinary reconstruction. Over the relief allocation, and ensures support for fisheries in their times of need. Proven.
past year, my office has prioritized disaster H.AMDT. 760 – Deploying Microreactors in Response to Proven.
relief legislation and has introduced nine Natural Disasters – This amendment included in the National Defense
topical, legislative proposals that will directly Authorization Act (NDAA) directs government entities to develop Respected.
benefit our Southwest Florida community. a national strategy to deploy nuclear microreactors to respond to the Respected.
H.RES. 47 – Prohibiting Disaster Relief Legislation from impacts of a natural disaster. It is critical that we ensure energy is available
Containing Non-Disaster-Related Political Proposals – Last after disasters, we propose clean and efficient energy options, and that we
Congress, there were instances in which Democrats slipped unrelated proactively prepare for future disasters.
and overtly partisan language into disaster relief legislation in attempts H.AMDT. 327 – Evaluates Natural Disaster Emergency Response
to leverage the pain and suffering of Americans to pass their progressive Plans at Airports Pertaining to Electricity and Power Disruptions
platform items. Simply put, it is unacceptable for Washington politicians – This amendment included in the Federal Aviation Administration Nightly sunsets from this end residence in
to politicize disasters like Hurricane Ian and why I introduced this (FAA) Reauthorization Bill evaluates the emergency response plans at all
proposal. FAA-certified airports pertaining to electricity-related considerations. In St. Lucia #705, Pelican Bay
H.R. 1009 – National Strategy to Utilize Microreactors for addition, this proposal proactively prepares for disaster scenarios, ensures Immaculate, true 3 Bedroom
Natural Disaster Response Efforts Act – This bill directs the President that airports have reliable back-up power, and updates plans to assess
of the United States to collaborate with several federal entities, that readiness concerns. $1,750,000 Dave Renner: 239.784.5552
currently have minimal interaction, to develop a national strategy H.R. 5795 – Natural Disaster Transparency Enhancement Act Dave Renner: 239.784.5552
relating to using nuclear microreactors to assist with the impact of a – This bill directs the heads of federal agencies and departments to Ann Renner: 239.784.5555
natural disaster (for example instead of using diesel generators). publish certain data with respect to disaster relief for public viewing. Ann Renner: 239.784.5555
H.R. 1494 – Hurricane Tax Relief Act – This bill stands up for This proposal also seeks to ensure transparency in disaster relief, provide
the people of Southwest Florida by working to fix the qualified loss accurate information to the American people, and publish agency funds Dave.Renner@PremierSIR.com
Dave.Renner@PremierSIR.com
dilemma for Hurricanes Ian, Nicole, Fiona and subsequent natural that have been approved and/or disbursed. AnnRenner.naples@gmail.com
disasters. The legislation would provide enhanced disaster loss tax relief In addition, over the past year, our office has acted as a community
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to our community and has the support of Senators Scott, Rubio and hub for those in need, toured various disaster/rebuilding sites across our AnnRenner.naples@gmail.com
various members of our state’s congressional delegation. Our office has region, hosted multiple town halls with representatives of SBA, FEMA Renners2.com
repeatedly pressed Congressional leadership, the President of the United and NFIP, worked to help get critical infrastructure rebuilt, pushed the
States, and the committee of jurisdiction for action. We have also signed Lee County Electric Cooperative to expedite power restoration, and
onto concurrent proposals by Representatives Steube and Cammack to called upon the US Postal Service to reopen the Sanibel Post Office. This The Venetian Village
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ensure that one of our three proposals is successfully passed. August, members of the House Oversight Committee also joined me for 4300 Gulf Shore Blvd. N., #100
H.R. 3782 – Short Line Railroad Relief Act – This bill establishes a site visit of the destruction and ongoing recovery efforts in Fort Myers 4300 Gulf Shore Blvd. N., #100
a disaster relief program to provide much-needed, immediate financial Beach. The committee held a subsequent hearing on-location to provide Naples, FL 34103
assistance to US short line railroads. It is imperative that we secure the oversight of the federal response and recovery efforts following Naples, FL 34103
efficiency of our supply chain, authorize critical natural disaster relief, Hurricane Ian.
and bolster small businesses across America. My office and I will never stop fighting for our Southwest Florida
H.R. 4678 – Provide Logistical Airport Aid Via Advanced community and we will continue to advocate strongly on your behalf in
Nuclear Energy (PLANE) Act – This bill updates the Federal Aviation the halls of Congress.
Administration’s (FAA) guidance and encourages airports to consider
using microreactors for back-up power in the case of natural disasters.
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