LITTLE ROCK, Ark. – President Donald J. Trump today announced that he will declare a Major Disaster in Arkansas for the state’s April 2 storms and flooding. Governor Sanders previously submitted a request for a Major Disaster Declaration in response to this storm.
 
“President Trump stands with Arkansas. As we recover from a long series of severe weather events, our state is incredibly thankful for President Trump’s leadership and work to deliver aid to storm-impacted communities,” said Governor Sanders. “I have had continued conversations with the Trump Administration and Secretary Noem about their plans to reform FEMA and look forward to working with them to save money and get assistance directly in the hands of disaster victims.”
 
As part of the Major Disaster declaration, President Trump will offer Individual Assistance to Arkansans impacted by these storms and Public Assistance for county and local government expenses related to storm recovery.

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