Governor Abbott Requests SBA Disaster Declaration For El Paso County Flooding

TEXAS, November 11 - November 11, 2026 | Austin, Texas | Press Release

Governor Greg Abbott today requested a disaster declaration from the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) for El Paso County following severe storms and flooding that impacted communities in Far West Texas late last month.

“Texas will support the families and businesses impacted by the recent severe storms and flooding in El Paso County,” said Governor Abbott. “This request will help provide eligible Texans with access to low-interest disaster loans they need to rebuild their homes, businesses, and communities. Together with our federal partners, Texas will ensure Texans have the resources they need to recover.”

If the request from the Governor is approved, the SBA disaster declaration would make low-interest federal disaster loans available to eligible homeowners, renters, businesses, and private nonprofit organizations impacted by the flooding to assist with recovery and rebuilding efforts.

Governor Abbott's request follows an analysis of the damage sustained in impacted communities conducted by local, state, and federal officials. Texans impacted by flooding are encouraged to continue reporting damage to homes and businesses through the Texas Division of Emergency Management’s Individual State of Texas Assessment Tool (iSTAT) online at damage.tdem.texas.gov. Information provided through the survey helps state and local officials assess the extent of disaster impacts and identify additional recovery needs.

A state disaster declaration issued by Governor Abbott remains in effect for El Paso County as state resources continue supporting local recovery efforts.