DEADLINE: Apply for flood assistance by October 25
Were you affected by storms and flooding between August 11-24? You have until Sunday, October 25 to apply for federal FEMA assistance. This is federal funding I helped secure to help you and your family recover from the terrible storms we experienced in August.
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is the federal agency responsible for providing these funds in the wake of a disaster. I’ve long supported fully funding and strengthening FEMA – just last year, my amendment to improve FEMA grant programs passed the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee in our FEMA Reform Act of 2025. This bill improves disaster response and recovery programs – the same programs Indiana is now relying on. Today, we’re seeing just how important a strong, well-funded FEMA is.
Here’s how to apply for FEMA assistance by Sunday, October 25:
Apply online at DisasterAssistance.gov or call the FEMA Helpline at 800-621-3362. If you use a relay service, give FEMA your number for that service.
For in-person help applying, submitting documents, or asking questions about your case find a support location at on.in.gov/August2026Disaster.
For video assistance:
What to Expect Before Applying for FEMA Assistance | ASL | Spanish
Next Steps After Applying for FEMA Assistance | ASL | Spanish
Apply for a low-interest disaster loan from the U.S. Small Business Administration Office of Disaster Recovery (SBA):
Apply online at the MySBA Loan Portal or sba.gov/disaster or call the Customer Service Center at 800-659-2955.
People who are deaf, hard of hearing or have a speech disability may dial 711 to access telecommunications relay services. For more information or assistance in-person visit Appointment.sba.gov to find a location nearest you.
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