Amendment to Presidential Major Disaster Declaration for Louisiana – Severe Winter Storm (FEMA-4900-DR)

The President has amended the major disaster declaration FEMA-4900-DR for Louisiana, originally issued on March 4, 2026, in response to a severe winter storm that struck the state. This amendment modifies the scope or coverage of the original declaration, which was limited to Public Assistance Only — meaning federal aid is directed toward government entities and eligible nonprofit organizations rather than individual residents. Public Assistance under FEMA covers debris removal, emergency protective measures, and the repair or replacement of disaster-damaged public infrastructure such as roads, bridges, utilities, and public buildings. The amendment likely expands the list of eligible counties/parishes or adjusts the types of assistance available under the existing declaration. This action enables Louisiana state and local governments, as well as certain private nonprofits, to apply for federal reimbursement for costs incurred during response and recovery operations related to the winter storm. No new declaration number is issued; this is a modification to the existing FEMA-4900-DR.

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