Costa Says Dep. Of Labor Funding Will Assist With Recovery Efforts in Merced

WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Rep. Jim Costa (CA-16) released the following statement in response to the United States Department of Labor's announcement that up to $36 million will be made available to California to assist with recovery efforts as a result of the storms and flooding that took place in January.

"This grant funding is much needed and will provide resources for clean-up efforts in communities throughout Merced County, said Rep. Costa. "I will continue to monitor the situation as more federal resources become available to assist California with flood impacts, and I'm working to ensure that counties located within the San Joaquin Valley receive our fair share of funding assistance to repair damaged roads and infrastructure."

Today, the California Employment Development Department received $12 million in funding. The grant funding is made available through the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act.

The announcement made by the U.S. Department of Labor can be viewed here.