# Michigan Approves Disaster Recovery Funding

Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer approved nearly **$7 million** in public assistance funding from the state's Disaster and Emergency Contingency Fund (DECF) on September 17, 2026. This funding supports local governments and state agencies in Michigan recovering from severe weather events, including storms, flooding, and tornadoes, as well as infrastructure damage incurred during 2025 and 2026. The allocation enables communities to cover disaster response and recovery costs when federal assistance is unavailable, ensuring continuity of critical services and infrastructure restoration without imposing long-term financial burdens on local governments.

- This funding opportunity primarily involves Michigan state agencies such as the Michigan State Police, Department of Natural Resources, and Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy, as well as local governments in cities like Allegan, Baraga, Lansing, and Houghton.
- Procurement professionals should note the availability of state-level disaster recovery funds that can supplement or replace federal aid, creating opportunities for contractors specializing in emergency response, infrastructure repair, and environmental remediation.
- Companies providing disaster recovery services should consider engagement with Michigan agencies managing these funds, as timely response and restoration efforts are critical in the 2025-2026 recovery period.
- The contact email press@michigan.gov is available for inquiries related to public assistance funding and procurement opportunities associated with this disaster recovery effort.

**Jurisdictions:** sled
**Industries:** Public Safety, Construction & Infrastructure
**Topics:** Grants & Funding, Emergency Response
**Published:** September 17, 2026

### Government Entities
- Michigan State Police (MSP)
- Michigan Department of Natural Resources (DNR)
- Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE)
- State of Michigan

### Key Quotes
> When disaster strikes, local communities are the first to respond. We are committed to making sure they have the resources they need to recover.
> — Gretchen Whitmer, Governor

### Sources
- [Gov. Whitmer Approves Nearly $7 Million in Public Assistance Funding to Help Communities Recover from Disasters](https://www.michigan.gov/whitmer/news/press-releases/2026/09/17/whitmer-approves-7-million-in-public-assistance-funding-to-help-communities-recover-from-disasters) - MI