Federal assistance for recovery and mitigation projects now exceeds $7.5 billion. This total includes an additional $137 million for 114 projects. The funding is intended to support recovery efforts following recent disasters, including Hurricane Helene.

The additional funding brings the total support to over $7.5 billion. Further details about the projects and funding are available from the source.

A senator expressed gratitude for the efforts to secure funding, noting its importance for restoring communities and the tourism industry. The funding is expected to help individuals access additional funds, although more information about this process is not provided here.