Earlier in the week, lawmakers complained of the strain on El Paso as the city deals with an immense uptick in migrants seeking asylum in the U.S. Now, $6 million in federal funding has been awarded to the city to help it deal with the migrant surge.
EL PASO, Texas — Earlier in the week, lawmakers complained of the immense strain on El Paso as the city deals with an immense uptick in migrants seeking asylum in the U.S. Now, $6 million in federal funding has been awarded to the city to help it deal with the migrant surge.
“The City has also received notice that FEMA has identified nearly $3.8 million as partial reimbursement for the City’s third-quarter expenses . The total reimbursement request is $5.13 million. FEMA is evaluating the remaining $1.34 million reimbursement. The City is now pending the payment,” according to the City of El Paso.
“The City and OEM continue ongoing migrant support and preparing for the end of Title 42, as a new wave of migrants arrives at the border. We continue to work with local NGOs, federal partners, and nonprofits to respond to this unprecedented migrant crisis,” the City said. “We are extremely grateful to Sen. Blanco for his support and all of our partners including the NGOs, the County, State, and Federal leaders who understand the extraordinary collaborative lift that is required to overcome this federal humanitarian crisis,” said Deputy City Manager Mario D’Agostino.
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