U.S. Senator Booker Statement on President Obama Signing WRDA into Law

Statement

U.S. Sen. Cory Booker (D-NJ) today issued the following statement after President Obama signed the Water Resources Development Act (WRDA) which includes critical investments in our nation's water infrastructure and has a direct impact on natural disaster prevention and responsiveness in New Jersey:

"The signing of WRDA into law is an exciting day for New Jersey. I was encouraged by the bill's swift passage in the House and the Senate and am grateful for the small victories that have brought us together on this important effort. I am also reminded of the fierce advocacy of the late Senator Frank Lautenberg who laid the foundation for us to move WRDA forward in the Senate. This new law will enable us to make critical investments in New Jersey's water infrastructure and ecosystems. It will also allow the Army Corps of Engineers to prioritize key recovery and disaster prevention projects. Today is a result of Congress and the Obama Administration working collaboratively together for the good of the entire country. I look forward to seeing this law put to effective use to support New Jersey's long-term recovery."

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