Dear Friend,
What a week. Congrats to the Astros and congrats to all you fans! Don't you love being a Texan? I know I do.
Before diving into Harvey updates and tax reform, I'd like to say a few words about the act of terror that took place on Tuesday... My heart goes out to the families and friends who lost loved ones, and to those in New York City who waited with bated breath during minutes that I imagine lasted a lifetime. We have seen some difficult moments this year, and once again, the first responders and citizens on the street acted selflessly and courageously. Thank you and GOD bless.
Sincerely,
Randy K. Weber
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| harvey update |
Mark your calendar with these upcoming deadlines:
Hotel waivers are extended to November 27 *extended from Nov. 7
Apply for Disaster Assistance by November 30 *extended from Nov. 24
Register for disaster assistance BEFORE November 30 → www.DisasterAssistance.gov.
Registering online is the quickest way to register for FEMA assistance. If you do not have access to the internet, you may register by calling 1-800-621-FEMA (3362) or 1-800-462-7585. You may also use the FEMA mobile app or visit a Disaster Recovery Center.
For a list of DRCs in TX14 visit bit.ly/TX14HarveyResources or www.fema.gov/DRC
The following information is helpful when registering:
• Address of the location where the damage occurred (pre-disaster address)
• Current mailing address
• Current telephone number
• Insurance information
• Total household annual income
• Routing and account number for checking or savings account (this allows FEMA to directly transfer disaster assistance funds into a bank account)
• A description of disaster-caused damage and losses
If your FEMA application was denied, you may appeal this decision. Your FEMA application may have been denied for several reasons, including but not limited to: Information is incorrect or application is incomplete; damage is not to the primary residence; another household claim is already in existence; disaster-related losses cannot be verified; or losses have been covered by insurance.
More information regarding filing an appeal may be found at www.fema.gov/news-release/2017/10/26/fact-sheet-fema-determination-letters-how-file-appeal.
Texans are here to help each other - www.texasrebuilds.org
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| tax reform |
On Thursday, Congressman Kevin Brady, Chairman of the Ways and Means Committee and a fellow Texan, introduced the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act legislation. Many Americans and Main Street small business owners are burdened by the monstrosity of our tax code. Tax reform is much needed, and this bill is still a working document subject to change. Know that I’m excited to discuss the details with y'all and bring working Americans tax relief.
The federal tax code is 70,000 pages long. That’s more than twice as long as the Bible, with none of the good news. This reform has been a long time coming.
I strongly encourage you to check out the tax reform page: www.fairandsimple.gop. Read the bill, the changes it plans to make, and let me know what you think. I was elected to serve the people of Texas 14, and this responsibility is one I take very seriously. |
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