Kentucky Disaster Aid Gets Presidential Upgrade for Storm Recovery

2026-12297 — Administrative Declaration of an Economic Injury Disaster for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts

Massachusetts businesses hit by the February 2026 blizzard can now apply for special low-interest disaster loans to help recover from economic losses. This includes certain counties in Massachusetts and nearby Rhode Island, with applications open until March 12, 2027. These loans offer a financial boost to get small businesses and nonprofits back on their feet fast!

2026-12298 — Administrative Declaration of an Economic Injury Disaster for the State of New Jersey

Big news for New Jersey small businesses hit by a huge warehouse fire in early May 2026! The government just declared an Economic Injury Disaster, opening the door for low-interest loans to help businesses in Essex and nearby counties bounce back. You’ve got until March 12, 2027, to apply and grab this financial lifeline—so don’t wait!

2026-12305 — Presidential Declaration of a Major Disaster for Public Assistance Only for the State of Delaware

A major disaster was declared for Delaware after a severe winter storm hit Kent and Sussex counties in February 2026. This means private non-profits can now apply for low-interest disaster loans to help fix damage or cover economic losses. Act fast—physical damage loan applications are due by July 28, 2026, and economic injury loans by March 1, 2027.

2026-12299 — Presidential Declaration Amendment of a Major Disaster for Public Assistance Only for the Commonwealth of Kentucky

The President has updated the disaster declaration for Kentucky’s severe winter storm from January 23-27, 2026, adding Adair and Casey counties to the list of areas eligible for public assistance. This means more communities can get help recovering, with physical loan applications due by July 28, 2026, and economic injury loans available until March 1, 2027. If you’re in these counties, now’s the time to apply and get the support you need!

2026-12304 — Administrative Declaration Amendment of a Disaster for the State of Texas

Texas got hit by severe storms and tornadoes between April 24 and May 9, 2026, and the government just updated the disaster dates to cover that full period. If you live or run a business in Texas, you can apply for disaster loans to help recover, but act fast—physical loan applications close July 6, 2026, and economic injury loans by February 8, 2027. This update keeps everything else the same but makes sure the disaster help matches the actual damage dates.

2026-12177 — Administrative Declaration of an Economic Injury Disaster for the State of California

California’s small businesses and nonprofits near Orange County got a financial boost after the Garden Grove Hazmat incident in late May 2026. They can now apply for low-interest disaster loans to help recover, with applications open until March 11, 2027. This means extra cash and time to bounce back stronger!

Previous: 2025-04877 — Magnuson-Stevens Act Provisions; General Provisions for Domestic Fisheries; Application for Exempted Fishing Permits

The government is reviewing a special fishing permit request that lets certain boats fish outside the usual rules. This is for a project by Atlantic Capes Fisheries and Rutgers University to try new fishing methods. If approved, it could change how some fishing happens soon, and people can share their thoughts before a final decision.

Next: 2025-04881 — Magnuson-Stevens Act Provisions; General Provisions for Domestic Fisheries; Application for Exempted Fishing Permits

The Cape Cod Commercial Fishermen's Alliance wants special permission to fish outside the usual rules, and the government is reviewing their application. This lets certain fishing boats try new fishing methods while keeping things fair and safe. If you care about fishing, you can share your thoughts before a final decision is made.