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STATEHOUSE (Sept. 3, 2026) – State Rep. Jeff Thompson (R-Lizton) recently accompanied Gov. Mike Braun and other state and federal officials to assess storm recovery sites around Indiana following severe storms and historic flooding last month.
Thompson, chair of the House Ways and Means Committee, traveled to Fayette, Hamilton and Lake counties to meet with local officials, emergency responders, volunteers and Hoosiers suffering property damage. FEMA Administrator Cameron Hamilton, Indiana Department of Homeland Security Executive Director Jonathan Whitham, Indiana State Police Superintendent and Secretary of Public Safety Anthony Scott and members of Indiana’s congressional delegation also attended.
“It’s difficult to convey just how much these communities have suffered from the storms,” Thompson said. “At the same time, it was heartening to see how so many Hoosiers and officials have come together to support them in their recovery. I appreciate how quickly FEMA and our state responded, and we will continue to assist however we can in this ongoing effort.”
Hoosiers affected by the storms can visit the state’s resource hub at on.in.gov/August2026Disaster, call 2-1-1 or text IN211HELP to 898-211 for assistance. They can also apply for individual assistance through FEMA at DisasterAssistance.gov or by calling 800-621-3362. The deadline for applying is Oct. 25. So far, FEMA has approved more than $2 million in disaster relief for Hoosiers.
The U.S. Small Business Administration also has low-interest loans available for Indiana businesses, private nonprofit organizations and residents with storm damage. Applications are accepted at sba.gov/disaster.
