27-03-2025
Youngkin seeks budget amendment to help flood victims
richmond, va. — Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin is seeking a budget amendment to assist victims of the Feb. 15 flood in Southwest Virginia.
The amendment would add the Feb. 15 flood to the existing Hurricane Helene relief package that was created for several devastated communities in Southwest Virginia, said Delegate James W. 'Will' Morefield, R-Tazewell.
'The governor's budget amendments will now go to the General Assembly for consideration on April 2,' Morefield said. 'I want to personally thank the governor, his team, the Southwest Virginia Delegation of House and Senate members, and all of our colleagues in the General Assembly for their hard work.'
Morefield also expressed his appreciation for the people who stepped up and helped their neighbors when Tropical Storm Helene last fall and more recently the February 15 flood devastated communities across the region.
'We also thank the hundreds of volunteers for making financial commitments, donating supplies, cleaning up debris, and especially those not seeking public recognition for their good deeds to help so many in need,' Morefield said.
Youngkin's proposal would bring more aid to the region, he said.
'If approved by the General Assembly, this program will be similar to what we provided for the communities of Hurley, Whitewood, and Bandy in previous floods,' Morefield said. 'Those programs are unlike any program ever created in the country and have provided significant financial assistance. To date, roughly $20 Million dollars in grant assistance has been awarded directly to individuals and businesses to help rebuild from the previous floods. We look forward to working with our colleagues in the General Assembly to ensure this is approved in the state budget.'
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