# Texas Floods Get Federal Aid | Houston News

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Podcast: [Houston News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/houston-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7458112)
Published: 2026-09-04T21:10:28+00:00
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Trump’s federal disaster approval finally arrives for 19 Texas counties battered by July floods, unlocking critical FEMA aid for emergency repairs and public infrastructure — a lifeline that kept local governments from footing the bill. But individual assistance remains pending, leaving many residents in the dark. From Uvalde to Zavala, rivers overflowed, towns drowned, and recovery efforts stalled without federal backing. Meanwhile, Abbott’s state government extends SNAP benefits and investigates three storm-related drownings amid August’s deadly windstorm that left 110,000 without power — as Texans brace for more extreme weather. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/6d9d7876e112f979

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