Louisiana's Full Parishes Now Eligible for Disaster Reimbursements
Published Date: 5/6/2026
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Summary
Louisiana’s emergency declaration just got an upgrade! Now, all 64 parishes can get money back for emergency protective actions taken after the January 24, 2026 disaster. This means faster help and more support for folks dealing with the aftermath, with funds available through several disaster assistance programs.
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Statewide Category B Reimbursements
Louisiana’s emergency declaration was amended to include reimbursement for eligible emergency protective measures (Category B) for all 64 parishes for the event declared on January 24, 2026. This coverage is limited to direct Federal assistance under the Public Assistance program and the amendment was issued January 28, 2026.
Disaster Housing and Other Needs Funds
The amendment lists CFDA 97.048, 97.049, and 97.050 for Disaster Housing Assistance to Individuals and Households and Other Needs Assistance, which may be used for reporting and drawing funds for Louisiana after the January 24, 2026 event. These programs are designated in the notice for the State of Louisiana.
Disaster Unemployment Assistance Included
The amendment identifies CFDA 97.034, Disaster Unemployment Assistance (DUA), as a program to be used for reporting and drawing funds for Louisiana for the January 24, 2026 event. This makes DUA part of the listed federal assistance for the State of Louisiana.
Multiple Disaster Programs Available
The amendment lists additional CFDA programs for use in Louisiana, including 97.030 (Community Disaster Loans), 97.031 (Cora Brown Fund), 97.032 (Crisis Counseling), 97.033 (Disaster Legal Services), 97.036 (Disaster Grants--Public Assistance), 97.039 (Hazard Mitigation Grant), and 97.046 (Fire Management Assistance Grant). These CFDA numbers are to be used for reporting and drawing funds after the January 24, 2026 disaster.
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