Congresswoman Gwen Moore Joins Wisconsin Colleagues in Urging Trump to Approve Governor Evers’ Request for Fema Assistance
Following extensive flooding damage, Congresswoman Gwen Moore (WI-04) joined the entire Wisconsin delegation in urging the President to approve Governor Evers’ request to the President for a major disaster declaration in response to historic flooding that hit Milwaukee and the surrounding area. Approval of this request would unlock FEMA assistance, including their individual assistance program and public assistance program.
“Recent flooding caused tens of millions in damage, including in more than 1,500 homes and tragically, a loss of life in our community. My constituents are still trying to pick up the pieces, and local governments cannot shoulder the cost of recovery on their own. I thank the Governor for his swift response and support of recovery efforts so far, including his request to the President. The President must swiftly approve Governor Evers’ request for federal assistance. I am proud to partner on this crucial bipartisan effort and push for the resources our communities need,” said Congresswoman Moore (WI-04).
In their letter to the President, the Members wrote: “Given the magnitude of these losses, we respectfully urge you to issue a Major Disaster Declaration under the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act and make the Individual Assistance, Public Assistance and Hazard Mitigation programs available to the impacted Wisconsin counties. Federal assistance is urgently needed to help families repair and rebuild their homes, support businesses and workers as they recover lost income and property, and to ensure that local government can restore critical infrastructure and services.”
“The Wisconsin delegation is committed to working in partnership with you, FEMA, and the Wisconsin Emergency Management to ensure our communities receive the federal support they need to recover.”
Read the full text of the letter here.
Read Governor Evers’ request for federal assistance here.
NOTE: This press release was submitted to Urban Milwaukee and was not written by an Urban Milwaukee writer. While it is believed to be reliable, Urban Milwaukee does not guarantee its accuracy or completeness.
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- DWD Announces Disaster Unemployment Assistance for Wisconsinites Impacted by Recent Severe Storms and Historic Flooding - Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development - Sep 19th, 2025
- Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley Shares Update on Federal Funding Assistance - County Executive David Crowley - Sep 19th, 2025
- City Hall: Milwaukee Will Provide Cash For Some Homeowners’ Flood Repairs - Jeramey Jannene - Sep 17th, 2025
- City Will Waive Permit Fees For Owner-Occupied Homes Flood Repair - Jeramey Jannene - Sep 17th, 2025
- Gov. Evers Encourages Wisconsinites and Businesses Affected by August Storms to Apply for Sba Disaster Assistance - Gov. Tony Evers - Sep 16th, 2025
- How to Apply for Flood-Related Disaster Relief - Graham Kilmer - Sep 12th, 2025
- Wisconsin to Receive $29.8 Million in Federal Funding for Flood Recovery Aid (How To Apply) - City of Milwaukee - Sep 12th, 2025
- Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley Announces Federal Disaster Declaration Approval - County Executive David Crowley - Sep 12th, 2025
- MMAC President Dale Kooyenga: Federal Relief is Welcome News After Devasting Floods Impacted Area Residents and Businesses - Metropolitan Milwaukee Association of Commerce - Sep 12th, 2025
- Senator Baldwin Releases Statement After Gov. Evers’ Request for Flood Damage Aid Was Approved - U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin - Sep 11th, 2025
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