News, Media & Events: Iowa

Events

Jul 23, 2025 EST - Jul 23, 2025 5:30 p.m. EST
Virtual
BABAA Three Key Pillars: Background, Compliance, and Waivers
FEMA’s Grant Programs Directorate (GPD) is offering a series of 30-minute training webinars on the Build America, Buy America Act (BABAA), a part of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA)
Jul 30, 2025 EST - Jul 30, 2025 5:30 p.m. EST
Virtual
Iron and Steel Products, Manufactured Products, and Construction Materials
FEMA’s Grant Programs Directorate (GPD) is offering a series of 30-minute training webinars on the Build America, Buy America Act (BABAA), a part of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA)

Preparedness Tips

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Press Releases and Fact Sheets

President Donald J. Trump Approves Major Disaster Declaration for Iowa

FEMA announced that federal disaster assistance is available to the state of Iowa to supplement recovery efforts in the areas affected by the severe winter storm on March 19, 2025.
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Stay in Touch with FEMA After You Apply for Assistance

Des Moines, Iowa – Iowans who registered with FEMA for disaster assistance after the severe storms, tornadoes and flooding on June 16 through July 23, 2024 are encouraged to stay in touch with FEMA to resolve issues, provide updates on their applications or submit new information.
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One Week Left to Apply for FEMA Disaster Assistance

Des Moines, Iowa — Iowans affected by severe storms, tornadoes and flooding on June 16 through July 23, 2024, have until Oct. 22, 2024, to apply for FEMA assistance.
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