Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee announced the Helene Emergency Assistance Loan (HEAL) program, a $100 million initiative to assist counties severely impacted by Hurricane Helene.
The no-interest loans aim to help communities with debris removal and damaged water systems while they await federal reimbursement, emphasizing the need for immediate relief.
Inspired by a discussion with a local mayor, Lee highlighted the urgency for funds to support payroll and clean-up costs in the aftermath of the hurricane.
The program will allocate $35 million for water and wastewater repairs and $65 million for debris removal, sourced from Tennessee's Medicaid program.
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