The North American president requested almost $100 million from the House of Representatives to support communities affected by hurricanes Helene and Milton. And there is additional support for farmers.
US President Joe Biden requested almost $100 billion (€94.38 billion) in emergency aid to support populations after hurricanes Helene and Milton and other natural disasters.
In a letter sent Monday to House Speaker Mike Johnson, Biden said he has met personally with those affected by the storms and heard what they need from the federal government.
“Additional resources are needed to continue supporting these communities”Biden said.
Most of the money, around $40 billion (€37.75 billion), will go to the Federal Emergency Management Agency’s main disaster relief fund.
Added to this is an additional $24 billion (€22.65 billion) to help farmers and $12 billion (€11.33 million) for community development block grants administered by the Department of Housing and Urban Development. .
Congressman Johnson R-La indicated that Congress will consider the request.
“Let’s make sure we respond to the victims of the hurricane and the people who suffered.“, he highlighted.
Source: Observadora
