Congresswoman Matsui Applauds Feinstein, Boxer Introduction of Companion Natomas Legislation

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Monday, November 7, 2011

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Congresswoman Matsui Applauds Feinstein, Boxer Introduction of Companion Natomas Legislation
Thanks Senators for Continued Efforts on Natomas Flood Protection Issue

Today, following Senators Feinstein and Boxer's (D-CA) introduction of companion legislation to Congresswoman Matsui's own Natomas Basin Flood Protection Improvements Act, Congresswoman Matsui released the following statement:

I applaud Senators Dianne Feinstein and Barbara Boxer for their continued commitment to improving Sacramento's flood protection. As momentum towards a WRDA bill continues, our legislation will ensure Natomas continues to be at the forefront of that debate.

The Natomas Flood Improvement Program is a critical public safety project that will protect 100,000 people, create over 2,500 jobs, will ensure our community is properly protected and most importantly it cannot be delayed. I thank Senator Feinstein and Senator Boxer for introducing companion legislation to my H.R. 433 in the Senate, and I look forward to continuing to work with them and our colleagues to ensure the project is authorized, funded and completed.

Senator Feinstein serves as Chairman of the Senate Subcommittee on Energy and Water Development Appropriations. Senator Boxer is Chairman of the Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works.

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