FEMA has approved more than $162.8 million for public infrastructure repairs and hazard-mitigation work in Louisiana, New Mexico, Oklahoma and Texas.
The package includes $160.4 million through the Public Assistance program for emergency work, repairs to roads and public buildings, restoration of critical infrastructure and reimbursement of public-health and safety costs.
The remaining funding includes more than $2.3 million through the Hazard Mitigation Grant Program for projects intended to reduce future disaster damage. FEMA administers the money through state, local and tribal governments on a state-led, federally supported basis.
Public Assistance covers repairs and cleanup
Texas will receive more than $2.3 million for permanent repairs to Garland's electrical distribution system after severe storms in 2024.
Louisiana will receive more than $1 million for debris removal in West Monroe following the 2026 winter storm. New Mexico will receive more than $362,000 for headgate, embankment and culvert work on the Gallinas Canal Acequia after 2022 wildfires, flooding and mudflows.
Oklahoma will receive nearly $108,000 to repair or replace building components in Sulphur damaged by severe storms in 2024.
Mitigation work targets future flooding and fires
Louisiana is slated for $2.5 million to develop a stormwater and drainage master plan for Lafourche Parish. FEMA said the plan will guide future growth and help the parish prioritize areas at highest flood risk.
Texas will receive more than $1.6 million for a Harris County Flood Control District study of the Cypress Springs and Ella stormwater detention basins and a tributary. The study will identify possible projects to reduce flooding effects on residents and property.
New Mexico will receive more than $478,000 for a high-water warning and alert system in Ruidoso, while Oklahoma will receive $408,000 for a safe room in Craig County tied to the 2024 Catesby Fire.
The grants are administered under the Stafford Act and are separate from compensation for the Hermit's Peak-Calf Canyon Fire in New Mexico. FEMA said hazard-mitigation money can also support property acquisition, stronger building codes, elevations, drainage improvements, utility upgrades and other resilience measures.
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