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EIC reports verified ISTAT intake and awaits FEMA decisions for Individual Assistance
Summary
Staff reported 1,075 ISTAT intake forms (953 residential verified) with 223 homes marked major‑damaged or destroyed and 122 businesses reported (25 major/destroyed as of Aug. 12); staff said federal assistance requests have been submitted and congressional contacts are engaged.
EDC staff presented seven‑day post‑disaster ISTAT verification numbers compiled through Aug. 12: 1,075 total ISTAT forms, 953 residential verifications with 223 homes classified as major‑damaged or destroyed, and 122 businesses reported with 25 major/destroyed buildings. Staff described ISTAT as the Texas Department of Emergency Management intake/needs database and noted that these verified numbers can change as assessments continue.
On federal aid, staff confirmed an "all‑county" request to the White House and said letters from U.S. Senators were submitted; staff reported a scheduled briefing with Congressman Chip Roy. Officials discussed FEMA public assistance (PA) and individual assistance (IA) thresholds and said staff continue to track the federal review timetable for possible declarations and assistance programs.
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