Another Update: Texas Disaster Help Gets Extra Time
Published Date: 9/8/2025
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Summary
Texas just got an update on its disaster help! This amendment adds more support and extends deadlines for folks affected by the July 2025 disaster. If you’re in Texas, expect extra aid and more time to get the help you need.
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Additional disaster assistance for Texans
If you live in Texas and were affected by the July 2025 disaster, Amendment No. 5 to FEMA-4879-DR (declared July 6, 2025) adds additional federal disaster assistance. You may be eligible for more support under this amendment if you are in the areas covered by the declaration.
Extended deadlines to apply for aid
If you live in Texas and were affected by the July 2025 disaster, Amendment No. 5 to FEMA-4879-DR (declared July 6, 2025) extends deadlines to get disaster assistance. You will have more time to apply for help because the amendment lengthens application or program deadlines tied to the declaration.
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