Type:Notice
Citation:86 FR 556
Reading Time:about 2 minutes
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has issued a notice regarding a major disaster declaration for Texas due to damage caused by Hurricane Laura from August 23 to August 27, 2020. This declaration allows for federal assistance, with FEMA authorized to provide Public Assistance in specified counties and Hazard Mitigation statewide. Federal funds will cover 75% of eligible costs. Executive Order 12148 appoints Jerry S. Thomas as the Federal Coordinating Officer for this disaster.
Simple Explanation
FEMA is helping people in Texas after a big storm by giving them money to fix things, but they're only covering part of the costs, like 75%. They picked a person named Jerry to help manage the situation.