I welcome a discussion on a long-term, pro-active approach to disaster relief for Americans. Until Congress arrives at a conclusion, however, we must continue to honor America's honorable tradition of helping Americans recover for natural catastrophes.

Richmond graduated from Benjamin Franklin High School Morehouse College Tulane School of Law and the Harvard University executive program at the John F. Representative for Louisiana's 2nd congressional district since 2011. Louisiana legislature

He was the Louisiana State Representative for District 101 (Orleans Parish) from 2000 to 2011.

S. Richmond is a member of the Democratic Party.