The Department of Homeland Security has announced more than $2.2 billion in disaster relief funding to support ongoing recovery efforts across the United States, including over $40 million designated for Texas.
Secretary Kristi Noem announced the funding distribution on Wednesday, which will support 1,721 recovery projects nationwide through FEMA’s Public Assistance program.
“This investment will repair and restore critical public infrastructure across the country, including schools, public safety facilities, utilities, and community services,” said Secretary Noem. “American communities are rebuilding stronger, and today’s approvals show this Administration’s commitment to cutting red tape and getting recovery dollars out the door faster.”
Texas will receive more than $40 million through the Texas Division of Emergency Management for debris removal and monitoring activities following severe storms and winds.
Other major allocations include over $200 million for North Carolina’s Hurricane Helene response, more than $114 million for Kentucky’s flood debris removal, and significant funding for Louisiana, New Jersey, Georgia, Tennessee, South Carolina, Vermont, and New Hampshire disaster recovery projects.
The funds will cover repairs to educational facilities, restoration of critical infrastructure, debris removal, and emergency protective measures. Money is disbursed directly to state and local governments to manage recovery activities based on community needs.