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SBA Disaster Loan Outreach Center to Close in Ames; Des Moines Location Remains Open

The U.S. Small Business Administration recently announced the closing of its Ames Disaster Loan Outreach Center at 7 p.m. on Friday, July 31.

July 31, 2026

Disaster Assistance

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Gov. Reynolds announces SBA assistance for storm-damaged counties

Gov. Reynolds announced the U.S. SBA has granted her request to provide assistance in the form of low-interest disaster loans for eight counties.

July 24, 2026

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FEMA Obligates over $22M to Buyout Flood Damaged Homes in Rock Valley

Stemming from historic flooding in NW Iowa during the summer of 2024, FEMA has obligated over $22M to acquire flood damaged homes in Rock Valley.

July 2, 2026

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IDALS Issues Statement on USDA Confirmation of Pseudorabies in Swine Herds in Iowa & Texas

Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig issued a statement about confirmed cases of the pseudorabies virus in swine herds in Iowa and Texas.

April 30, 2026

Disaster Assistance

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SBA Deadline Approaching for Iowa Private Nonprofits Affected by March Storm

The SBA is reminding eligible private nonprofit organizations in Iowa of the Feb. 23, 2026 deadline to apply for low interest federal disaster loans.

January 22, 2026

Proclamations

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Gov. Reynolds announces disaster proclamation for HPAI in Hamilton County

Gov. Reynolds authorized a disaster proclamation for Hamilton County effective immediately.

December 2, 2025

Gov. Reynolds signs disaster proclamation at her desk.

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Gov. Reynolds issues disaster proclamation for Scott County in response to severe weather

Governor Kim Reynolds issued a disaster proclamation for Scott County in response to severe weather that occurred on July 10, 2025.

July 14, 2025

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DHS Issues National Terrorism Advisory System Bulletin Amid Israel-Iran Conflict

DHS issued a National Terrorism Advisory System (NTAS) Bulletin regarding a heightened threat environment across the United States.

June 23, 2025

National Terrorism Advisory System: www.DHS.gov/advisories NTAS Bulletin: Describes current developments or general trends regarding threats of terrorism. NTAS Elevated Alert: Warns of a credible terrorism threat against the U.S. NTAS Imminent Alert: Warns of a credible, specific and impending terrorism threat against the U.S.

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Gov. Reynolds issues disaster proclamation for Osceola & Palo Alto Counties

Gov. Reynolds issued a disaster proclamation for Osceola & Palo Alto Counties in response to severe weather that occurred on June 11, 2025.

June 13, 2025

Disaster Assistance

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SBA Offers Relief to Iowa Private Nonprofits Affected by March Storms

The SBA announced the availability of low interest federal disaster loans to Iowa private nonprofit organizations affected by the March 19 severe winter storm.

June 9, 2025

Disaster Assistance

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Gov. Reynolds signs SF 619, disaster relief bill into law

Governor Kim Reynolds signed SF 619, a disaster assistance bill, into law.

April 22, 2025

Disaster Assistance

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Gov. Reynolds issues statement on Iowa House & Senate passing disaster assistance bill

Governor Kim Reynolds released the following statement in response to the Iowa House and Senate passing SF 619.

April 17, 2025

Tornado damage and flooding disasters from 2024. Gov. Reynolds photo and quote, “I look forward to signing the disaster relief bill when it gets to my desk, helping protect Iowans from future emergencies.”

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SBA Relief Still Available to Iowa Private Nonprofits Affected by April Storms

The SBA is reminding eligible private nonprofit (PNP) organizations in Iowa of the April 21, 2025, deadline to apply for low interest federal disaster loans.

March 21, 2025

Proclamations

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Gov. Reynolds issues disaster proclamation for 5 counties impacted by severe winter weather

Gov. Kim Reynolds issued a disaster proclamation for five counties in response to severe winter weather that occurred on March 19, 2025.

March 20, 2025

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Gov. Reynolds announces disaster proclamation for HPAI in Buena Vista County

Gov. Kim Reynolds authorized a disaster proclamation for Buena Vista County, Iowa effective immediately through April 13, 2025.

March 14, 2025

Chicken in background with hand holding vile of blood test for HPAI Aviation Flu or H5N1.

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SBA Disaster Loan Outreach Center to Close in Ames; Des Moines Location Remains Open

Gov. Reynolds announces SBA assistance for storm-damaged counties

FEMA Obligates over $22M to Buyout Flood Damaged Homes in Rock Valley

IDALS Issues Statement on USDA Confirmation of Pseudorabies in Swine Herds in Iowa & Texas

SBA Deadline Approaching for Iowa Private Nonprofits Affected by March Storm

Gov. Reynolds announces disaster proclamation for HPAI in Hamilton County

Gov. Reynolds issues disaster proclamation for Scott County in response to severe weather

DHS Issues National Terrorism Advisory System Bulletin Amid Israel-Iran Conflict

Gov. Reynolds issues disaster proclamation for Osceola & Palo Alto Counties

SBA Offers Relief to Iowa Private Nonprofits Affected by March Storms

Gov. Reynolds signs SF 619, disaster relief bill into law

Gov. Reynolds issues statement on Iowa House & Senate passing disaster assistance bill

SBA Relief Still Available to Iowa Private Nonprofits Affected by April Storms

Gov. Reynolds issues disaster proclamation for 5 counties impacted by severe winter weather

Gov. Reynolds announces disaster proclamation for HPAI in Buena Vista County

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