Washington, Feb. 9 -- Rep. Harold "Hal" Rogers issued the following news release:
Kentucky's congressional delegation, including U.S. Representatives Hal Rogers, Andy Barr, James Comer, Brett Guthrie, Morgan McGarvey, Thomas Massie, and U.S. Senators Mitch McConnell and Rand Paul, sent a joint letter to President Donald J. Trump, in support of Governor Andy Beshear's request for a Major Disaster Declaration following the deadly severe winter storm that began on January 23, 2026.
"This event was caused by a polar vortex system and produced heavy ice and extreme cold temperatures, resulting in impassible roadways, loss of utilities, and disruptions in critical government services. The Kentucky National Guard, Kentucky State Police, and loc...