Senator Moody Leads Congressional Effort Urging President to Approve State’s Major Emergency Disaster Declaration in Aftermath of Isaias

Home How Can I Help? News Contact Us Share Your Opinion Federal Nominations Scheduling Request Storm Preparation About Search for: Home How Can I Help? News Contact Us Share Your Opinion Federal Nominations Scheduling Request Storm Preparation About STORM WARNING: Stay informed about the latest weather developments for your area, enact hurricane safety plans, and heed directions from local officials. For more information, click here . All News Senator Moody Leads Congressional Effort Urging President to Approve State’s Major Emergency Disaster Declaration in Aftermath of Isaias Oct 16, 2026 WASHINGTON, D.C.— After a multi-day ground assessment of the damage caused by Hurricane Isaias, Senator Moody is leading congressional efforts urging the President to approve Governor Ron DeSantis’s request for a Major Emergency Disaster Declaration. Senator Moody made multiple trips to communities struck by Isaias with Governor DeSantis to assess damage and listen to local officials about what Florida needs to recover. Additionally, Senator Moody is working closely with administration and state officials, including Department of Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin, to facilitate the quick provision of aid for affected Florida communities. “Hurricane Isaias wreaked havoc on Florida’s Panhandle and Gulf Coast, and we are working to get those affected relief as quickly as possible. I’m grateful for Gov. DeSantis’s quick and proactive response to the disaster, especially following our assessment of the damage to Panhandle communities in the aftermath of Isaiah. I will continue to work with the governor and have been in constant contact with Sec. Mullin to make sure disaster assistance gets to those in need,” said Senator Ashley Moody . BACKGROUND: The major emergency disaster declaration will include both public and individual assistance. Ahead of Isaias, Senator Moody joined Governor Ron DeSantis to discuss preparedness efforts , including the mobilization of thousands of National Guard members. After the storm, Senator Moody and Governor DeSantis conducted an on-the-ground assessment of some of the damage and thanked Guard members for their response efforts. Senator Moody continues working to secure long-sought FEMA disaster funds for hard-hit Florida communities. Since taking office, Senator Moody has recovered more than $2.4 billion for Florida. Senator Moody introduced the TRACK Act (Transparency in Recovery Assistance & Claims Knowledge Act) to bring more transparency to the FEMA disaster aid process, which has now been passed into law. The TRACK Act mandates a status tracker on the FEMA website, so victims of a disaster have easily available knowledge and insight of their claim’s progress. If Floridians need help with federal agencies in the aftermath of Isaias, Senator Moody’s office can assist—visit Moody.Senate.Gov to learn more. ### Join the Newsletter Email Address First Name Last Name Follow Follow Follow Follow Copyright 2024 Follow Follow Follow Follow Usage Policy PDF Help Privacy Policy Senate.gov