Although Congress will be taking steps toward what House Majority Leader Tom DeLay (R-TX) called a "comprehensive, long-term response to the Katrina disaster," they began the process today by passing a $10.5 billion relief package to go towards immediate aid for hurricane victims. The bill passed the Senate yesterday and passed the House by voice vote today. The funds will finance food and emergency shelter, medical care, debris removal, and cash payments to hurricane victims. New York Times: Congress Approves $105B in Katrina Aid OMB's Supplemental Request