Rep. Williams Issues Statement on President Trump’s Major Disaster Declaration for State of Texas

WASHINGTON, Feb. 25 -- Rep. Roger Williams, R-Texas, issued the following statement after the Federal Emergency Management Agency announced that President Trump granted a Major Disaster Declaration for the State of Texas to help communities recover from severe storms and flooding that occurred September 10 to November 2, 2018:

"Four months ago, massive flooding wreaked havoc on the Central Texas community.

"In addition to visiting disaster sites, such as the FM 2900 bridge that collapsed, I urged President Trump to quickly fulfill Governor Greg Abbott's request for a Major Disaster Declaration for the State of Texas.

"I am happy to report that earlier today, the president approved this request and initiated the release of federal funds that will go towards families, businesses and infrastructure affected by the flooding.

"I am proud of the leadership and engagement that local and state officials exhibited throughout this process, and I look forward to rebuilding together."