Biden’s OK on California’s Disaster Request Means Money Is on the Way

To help the state recover from winter storms, the federal government will provide funds and tax relief.

A woman examines cars damaged from floods during a storm in San Diego, Calif., on Jan. 22, 2024. Denis Poroy/AP Photo

President Biden approved California’s request for a major disaster declaration April 14 to help recovery efforts after early February winter storms caused flooding and mudslides across the state.

Gov. Gavin Newsom’s request for a federal emergency declaration was made in February and expanded in March after highways and roadways were damaged, resulting in significant costs to local and state governments.