Information from the federal government's USA.gov website regarding disaster relief, unemployment assistance, disaster relief fraud, "no down payment mortgages" for disaster victims, and more.
A guide created by Lone Star Legal Aid to help those who own "heir property", or property owned by multiple heirs, who may have been denied recovery assistance after a disaster and need to try and clear the title to the property.
Citizens are encouraged to report damage to homes and businesses using the Individual State of Texas Assessment Tool (iSTAT). These reports help emergency management officials determine if the state meets federal requirements for additional disaster assistance.
This guide provides information to small and medium sized businesses about business continuity, insurance and protecting your business. Sample forms are included.
Information about the disaster assistance programs available through the USDA help farmers, ranchers, communities, and businesses that have been hard hit by natural disaster events.
This guide discusses eligibility requirements and procedures for FEMA's Public Assistance Program for various entities including private nonprofit organizations. The latest update includes newly added provisions regarding the eligibility of houses of worship for this program.
This page provides an overview of FEMA's Public Assistance Program which provides grant assistance to certain entities or organizations for: debris removal, life-saving emergency protective measures, and the repair, replacement, or restoration of disaster-damaged facilities.
In January 2018, FEMA announced that private nonprofit houses of worship (churches, synagogues, mosques, etc.) are now eligible for the same assistance as other private nonprofit community centers regardless of their religious nature.
This article, written in the aftermath of Hurricane Harvey, provides information about how nonprofit type organizations can apply for assistance from the federal government. This includes information about FEMA Disaster Grants, as well as loans from the Small Business Administration.
This FAQ from the CFPB describes mortgage forbearance, when your loan provider allows you to temporarily pay your mortgage at a lower rate or temporarily stop paying your mortgage.
The CFPB operates a 24/7 hotline where you can discuss your mortgage forbearance options with a HUD-approved counselor. The number to call is: 888-995-HOPE (4673).
This page provides an overview of FEMA's Public Assistance Program which provides grant assistance to certain entities or organizations for: debris removal, life-saving emergency protective measures, and the repair, replacement, or restoration of disaster-damaged facilities.
"The FEMA Tribal Consultation Policy guides how FEMA engages tribal governments in regular and meaningful consultation and collaboration on actions that have tribal implications." - description
Note The library cannot tell you what the law means for your situation.
