Indiana receives initial $26M payment for emergency road, bridge repairs
FHWA provided Indiana $26 million in emergency funding for flood-damaged roads and bridges.
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The next disaster recovery starts before the disaster happens
Disaster recovery laws have changed. Now is the time to provide input as financial allocations are determined.
Asheville secures $225M in HUD disaster recovery funds
The funds are intended to help Asheville recover from the impact of Hurricane Helene, which hit the city in September 2024.
Asheville seeks design team for post-hurricane restoration
A focal point is the area historically referred to as “Asheville’s Playground,” where the city estimates at least $25 million in damage.
Louisiana schools, facilities receive $21.8M in hurricane aid
The funding supports schools, hospitals and airport infrastructure in need after Hurricanes Laura and Ida.
$43.5M fund to support Maui’s post-wildfire housing needs
Maui’s updated Affordable Housing Fund Annual Plan will advance 12 affordable housing developments throughout the county.
NLC Conference highlights critical infrastructure and housing challenges
Key speakers included EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin and Vice President JD Vance.
Governors unveil comprehensive economic development strategies
Governors in Georgia, California, New York and Texas have released their economic blueprints.
FEMA selecting $715 million in projects for reducing flood damage
FEMA says flooding is already the most costly and frequent disaster in the U.S., and climate change is only making it worse.
Emergency funds help Francis Scott Key Bridge cleanup get underway
Funds will serve as a down payment toward initial costs; additional FHWA Emergency Relief Program funds will be made available as work continues
