# Texas Expands FEMA Disaster Assistance

Governor Greg Abbott announced the federal approval of Major Disaster Declaration amendments adding four Texas counties—Grimes, Live Oak, McMullen, and Schleicher—to FEMA Public Assistance eligibility following severe storms and flooding in July 2026. This expansion increases the total number of Texas counties eligible for federal aid to 24, enabling access to federal funds for emergency work and disaster recovery efforts. Requests for Individual Assistance and additional mitigation funding remain under review. The state continues coordinating resources through the Texas State Emergency Operations Center to support affected communities.

- **Why this matters:** Procurement professionals should anticipate increased federal funding availability for disaster recovery contracts in the newly added counties, creating opportunities for emergency response, debris removal, infrastructure repair, and related services.
- Agencies and contractors operating in Texas should prepare for potential solicitations and contract awards linked to FEMA Public Assistance programs in these counties.
- Organizations involved in disaster mitigation and resilience projects should monitor ongoing requests for additional funding that may expand procurement opportunities.
- Coordination with state emergency operations and local governments will be critical for timely contract execution and compliance with federal disaster assistance requirements.

**Jurisdictions:** sled
**Industries:** Public Safety
**Topics:** Grants & Funding
**Published:** September 26, 2026

### Government Entities
- Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)
- Office of the Texas Governor
- Texas State Emergency Operations Center (SOC)

### Key Quotes
> I thank President Trump for his approval of disaster assistance for four additional Texas counties. Grimes, Live Oak, McMullen, and Schleicher counties now have the federal aid they need to rebuild. Texas will deliver every available resource to communities hit by the July storms and floods.
> — Greg Abbott, Governor

### Sources
- [Governor Abbott Announces Approval Of Federal Disaster Assistance For Four Additional Counties Following Summer Storms And Flooding | Office of the Texas Governor | Greg Abbott](https://gov.texas.gov/news/post/governor-abbott-announces-approval-of-federal-disaster-assistance-for-four-additional-counties-following-summer-storms-and-flooding) - TX