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FEMA won’t help Texans after July 2026 floods as agency tells states to lead disaster response
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· October 21, 2026
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Disaster recovery experts say FEMA individual assistance funds are critical for residents to cover short-term costs. Gov. Greg Abbott is considering an appeal.
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What is this story about? Disaster recovery experts say FEMA individual assistance funds are critical for residents to cover short-term costs. Gov. Greg Abbott is considering an appeal.
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