In September 2022, Hurricane Ian severed the only access to Sanibel and Captiva islands, stranding more than 6,400 residents and paralyzing emergency response efforts.
Republican's request would fund $12B in Corps of Engineers repair and upgrade work, plus $10B for FEMA disaster recovery aid and $940M for EPA clean water grants to communities
In visit to stricken area, President Joe Biden announced that the 30-day 100% federal cost coverage for individual assistance and debris removal in 17 Florida counties will be extended to 60 days.