WASHINGTON, July 21 -- Sen. Chuck Grassley issued the following news release:

BUTLER COUNTY, IOWA - U.S. Sen. Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa) welcomed news from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) that over $7.7 million in federal funding will be flowing to communities across Iowa. The funding will benefit communities across Iowa, including in Scott, Jasper, Clay, Sioux and Lyon Counties.

"In the face of damaging storms, Iowans have always pushed forward to repair and rebuild. I'm glad to see these federal dollars coming to communities across our state so the people of Iowa can continue building a stronger future," Grassley said. "In the Senate, I'll keep working to ensure the Iowans get the support they need."

Details on the FEMA awa...