Texas’ Appeal for West Recovery Approved

AUSTIN – Gov. Rick Perry today announced that the Major Disaster Declaration for West, TX has been approved.

“The approval of the state's appeal for a major disaster declaration is great and welcome news for the people of West. I appreciate everyone who joined me in standing with the people whose lives have been forever impacted to move this appeal forward, especially our congressional delegation,” Gov. Perry said. “This, along with the disaster relief funding provided by the Texas Legislature, will help this community rebuild their infrastructure, school district and public works as quickly as possible.”