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Today, in response to the widespread devastation caused by Hurricane Helene, Congressman Wiley Nickel (NC-13) issued the following statement calling for urgent Congressional action:

“With the severe damage from Hurricane Helene, Congress must return to Washington and pass a supplemental funding package to fully support FEMA 's efforts,” said Congressman Nickel. “This funding is critical to ensure FEMA has the resources necessary to provide lifesaving assistance to communities in need.”

“Unfortunately, the budget designed by Speaker Johnson failed to include provisions for disaster relief funding. FEMA cannot risk running out of funds while responding to a natural disaster of this magnitude. We must act quickly and in a bipartisan manner to get this done for the American people.”