Governor Maura Healey Statement on Trump Administration’s Denial of Disaster Relief Request
BOSTON - Governor Maura Healey today issued the following statement in response to President Trump's decision to deny Massachusetts' request for a Major Disaster Declaration following the severe winter storm that impacted communities across the state earlier this year:
"Massachusetts experienced one of the worst winter storms we've seen in decades. Our first responders, public works crews and local communities worked around the clock to keep people safe and begin recovery. They did their job, and now President Trump needs to do his.
"I'm deeply disappointed by his decision to deny disaster assistance for Massachusetts. When communities are recovering from extraordinary disasters, the President should be focused on helping people—not turning his back on states that need support. We intend to appeal, and we'll keep fighting to secure every federal dollar Massachusetts deserves."
Earlier this year, Massachusetts requested a Major Disaster Declaration from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) following one of the most significant winter storms to impact the state in decades. The declaration would provide federal assistance to help eligible communities recover from the storm's impacts.
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