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AUSTIN, Texas – Governor Greg Abbott announced that the United States Small Business Administration (SBA) has approved Texas’ request for an economic disaster declaration for communities affected by Hurricane Hanna.
The SBA has also granted access to its Economic Disaster Lending (EIDL) program, which will provide long-term, low-interest loans to eligible businesses in the community, the press release said. governor.
The counties included in the declaration are Brooks, Cameron, Hidalgo, Kenedy, Starr and Willacy.
“Texas thanks the US Small Business Administration for providing this financial lifeline to eligible small businesses in the Rio Grande Valley as they continue to rebuild after Hurricane Hanna,” Governor Abbott said.
Governor Abbott submitted this request on August 28.
The statement said applicants can apply online, receive additional information about disaster assistance, and download applications. here.
Applicants can also call the SBA Customer Service Center at (800) 659-2955 or send an email [email protected] for more information on SBA Disaster Assistance.
People who are deaf or hard of hearing can call (800) 877-8339.
Completed applications should be mailed to US Small Business Administration, Processing and Disbursement Center, 14925 Kingsport Road, Fort Worth, TX 76155.