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All Fact-checks for Katrina

stated on August 29, 2017 in Internet posts

Says video shows Mike Pence quoting the Bible as justification for "Congress not to fund Katrina relief effort."

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Latest promises about Katrina

Restore housing in New Orleans

Direct revenues from offshore oil and gas drilling to increased coastal hurricane protection

Improve transportation in New Orleans

Establish special crime programs for the New Orleans area

Strengthen the levees in New Orleans

Rebuild hospitals in New Orleans

Rebuild schools in New Orleans

Ensure New Orleans locals can get recovery jobs

Shake loose federal money for rebuilding the Gulf Coast

Provide incentives to draw employers into areas hardest-hit by Katrina

Reform the Small Business Administration's ability to respond after disasters

Appoint a Chief Financial Officer to oversee the rebuilding following national disasters

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