In a time-sensitive move President Biden sent a letter to House Speaker Mike Johnson asking for nearly $100B in disaster-relief funds (which would help areas hit by recent natural disasters)
The request comes during the last weeks of Congress work before the upcoming change in leadership; with lawmakers trying to wrap-up key tasks before next years political shift. The aid package focuses on helping regions affected by Hurricanes Helene Milton and other weather-related events that happened in late-24
Iʼve seen first-hand what our communities need to rebuild
The president met with local business-owners and residents in storm-damaged areas to discuss federal assistance needs. His administration wants to push this through quick because of the following reasons:
- Aid distribution needs to start right away
- Weather-damaged areas cant wait for new Congress
- Current session provides last chance for fast approval
The request timing shows how the current administration is working to finish important tasks while preparing for next years transition period