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For Immediate Release
Office of the Press Secretary
September 8, 2005

Fact Sheet: President Bush Announces New Initiatives to Provide Relief

     

Today's Presidential Action:

Today, President Bush Announced Two New Initiatives Providing Immediate Assistance To Hurricane Katrina Evacuees. The President has directed the Federal government to provide immediate financial assistance and streamline Federal benefits for evacuees. These steps will ensure that help is delivered into the hands of those who need it as quickly and easily as possible.

Immediate Financial Assistance:

Working To Ensure Continuity Of Benefits

Next Friday Is A National Day Of Prayer

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