Tag: public_infrastructure

Gov. Pillen Requests Federal Disaster Aid for Nebraska Storm Damage

18 Jun 2026 12:27 p.m. · Source: Office of Nebraska Governor

Governor Pillen seeks federal disaster aid for Nebraska after severe May storms caused over $4.9 million in damage across eight counties. The request includes funding for public infrastructure and hazard mitigation efforts.

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Governor Pillen Seeks Federal Disaster Aid for Nebraska Wildfires

8 May 2026 11:18 p.m. · Source: Office of Nebraska Governor

Nebraska Governor Jim Pillen has asked President Donald Trump for a major disaster declaration. This request seeks federal aid to cover public infrastructure damage from severe wildfires, including the Morrill, Cottonwood, Ashby, and Minor fires, which burned over 821,000 acres.

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