# Kentucky Appeals FEMA Storm Aid Denial

Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear appealed FEMA’s denial of assistance for five counties affected by storms from June 17–30, 2026, requesting broader coverage through Public Assistance, Individual and Households Assistance, and the Hazard Mitigation Program. FEMA approval could enable federally supported recovery and mitigation work in the affected counties, but the appeal identifies no funding amount, solicitation, or contract award.

- Contractors should use FEMA and Kentucky announcements to identify any projects that result if the appeal is approved; no procurement opportunity or solicitation is specified yet.
- Procurement teams supporting disaster recovery can assess relevant capabilities for potential federally funded work, while recognizing that the scope, timing, and funding remain undetermined.

**Jurisdictions:** federal
**Industries:** Public Safety
**Topics:** Emergency Response, Grants & Funding
**Published:** October 16, 2026

### Government Entities
- Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)
- Office of the Governor of Kentucky

### Key Quotes
> Without this assistance, recovery from this event far exceeds the capabilities of the affected counties, and it will have negative impacts for years to come.
> — Andy Beshear, Governor of Kentucky

### Sources
- [
	
	Activity Stream
](https://kentucky.gov/Pages/Activity-stream.aspx?n=GovernorBeshear&prId=2883) - KY