HENRY COUNTY LEGISLATORS ENCOURAGE RESIDENTS IMPACTED BY STORMS, FLOODING TO SEEK ASSISTANCE

INDIANAPOLIS, Ind., Aug. 20 -- The Indiana House of Representatives' Republican Caucus issued the following news release:

STATEHOUSE (Aug. 20, 2026) -Local lawmakers are encouraging Henry County residents affected by historic flooding in central Indiana to seek assistance by applying forstate emergency resources.

State Rep. Cory Criswell (R-Middletown) said the state is deploying resources for storm victims. The Indiana Department of Homeland Security is authorized to provide up to $5,000 in emergency aid grants to eligible Hoosiers in need of assistance. The grants will enable families to get the basics like clothing and food while they are displaced from their homes. To apply, call 2-1-1 or visit on.in.gov/August2026Disaster.

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