Rep. Jason Smith thanks President Trump for Federal Disaster Declaration in Missouri

WASHINGTON, D.C. (KBSI) — Rep. Jason Smith, R-Mo., expressed gratitude to President Donald Trump for approving a federal disaster declaration in Missouri. This declaration will provide crucial federal assistance to support the state’s recovery efforts following recent severe weather and tornadoes.

“The people of Missouri will be further grateful to President Trump for his swift approval,” Smith said. “I appreciate the president’s commitment to our state and its recovery efforts.”

The federal disaster declaration comes after Missouri Gov. Mike Kehoe requested federal assistance on May 19. The declaration will enable the deployment of essential aid and a coordinated response from state and federal governments.