Lowcountry

“It’s outrageous to see American communities reeling from Hurricane Helene’s devastation while FEMA, under the Department of Homeland Security, claims to be out of money—after diverting hundreds of millions of dollars to resettle illegal immigrants. Some families are only getting $750. We need to ensure American families have the support they need in times of crisis, and our disaster response agencies are prioritizing the immediate needs of those affected by natural disasters."

(Washington, D.C., October 4, 2024) – Congresswoman Nancy Mace introduced a new bill today to end FEMA’s Shelter and Services Program (SSP), slamming the program as a wasteful misuse of taxpayer dollars. The bill will redirect all unspent funds from the SSP to help Americans recover from natural disasters.

“Our hearts are broken for the families and communities devastated by Hurricane Helene. With 39 lives lost in our state, and the toll still rising, this is an unimaginable loss. Thank you to our frontline workers for your around-the-clock recovery efforts across South Carolina. Our office will continue to do all we can to support recovery efforts in this difficult time.”

“The Biden-Harris economy has already devastated American families, sending the cost of living through the roof. The Longshoremen’s strike will cause new supply shortages and further drive up prices. The timing couldn’t be worse, especially following the damage from Hurricane Helene. It’s time for this administration to step up, bring both sides together, and find a solution to keep our ports moving and protect American livelihoods."

"As Hurricane Helene brings heavy rain, flooding, and dangerous winds to parts of our district, please visit our website for disaster resources at Mace.House.Gov/DisasterResources. We are closely monitoring the situation and working with local officials to ensure resources are available to those in need.