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See The Rates Of FEMA Assistance Approval Between Houston Neighborhoods

Davis Land

Posted on May 8, 2018 · Wealthier areas appear to have received more federal assistance

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Congresswoman Lizzie Fletcher, and Mickey Gilley on Urban Cowboy (May 10, 2022)

Michael Hagerty

Posted on May 10, 2022 · On Tuesday's show: Our weekly segment for listeners to engage with local officials, how Texans feel about health care access and affordability, and remembering Mickey Gilley.

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Texas leads the nation in receiving COVID-19 funeral assistance through FEMA

Sascha Cordner, The Texas Newsroom

Posted on February 10, 2022 · Texans can still apply for federal funds to help cover funeral costs for COVID-related deaths. There is currently no application deadline.

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FEMA opening six COVID-19 testing sites in Texas

Becky Fogel, The Texas Newsroom

Posted on January 4, 2022 · The Federal Emergency Management Agency is opening six COVID-19 testing sites in Texas counties with high positivity rates and growing hospitalizations. Governor Greg Abbot requested support from the Biden administration last week.

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Houston health institutions prepare for COVID-19 vaccine approval for younger kids

Kyra Buckley, KUT / Matt Harab

Posted on October 27, 2021 · Once final approval is given Houston health officials say addressing vaccine hesitancy in parents and reaching underserved communities will be key.

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