House Passes $19.1 Billion Disaster Bill Despite Earlier GOP Efforts To Stall It
For months the Senate negotiated the bipartisan legislation, which provides money for states dealing with natural disasters. The bill now goes to President Trump, who had said he would sign it.
by Kelsey Snell
Jun 03, 2019
1 minute
Updated at 7:10 p.m. ET
The House has approved a $19.1 billion disaster aid package despite earlier objections from Republicans.
The legislation was approved 354-58. and it heads to the president's desk for his signature.
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