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Mississippi Businesses May Now Qualify for Federal Disaster-Relief Financing

2026-07-28 · 2 min read

What Happened

The federal government issued a Presidential Declaration of a Major Disaster for the State of Mississippi (FEMA-4922-DR), dated June 30, 2026, in response to severe storms, straight-line winds, tornadoes, and flooding that struck the state. The declaration was published on July 9, 2026 (Federal Register document 2026-13853).

What This May Mean for Small Business Owners

When a presidential disaster declaration is issued, the SBA may offer disaster financing to eligible businesses in the declared area, subject to individual eligibility review. Eligibility and qualification are not guaranteed and depend on individual circumstances and each program's own review. This is an inference from the declaration itself, not an explicit program confirmation for this specific event.

Eligibility, amounts, and covered uses vary by program. Business owners in affected Mississippi counties should confirm directly with the SBA which counties are included.

How Capital Selector Can Help

Capital Selector is a financing marketplace, not a lender, and does not make eligibility or approval decisions. Capital Selector can help you understand what types of financing may be available and match you with lenders suited to your situation.

Next Steps

Affected business owners should document losses (photographs, receipts, insurance correspondence, and financial records) and contact the SBA directly to confirm eligibility, covered counties, and current application deadlines. This information is educational and is not legal, tax, or accounting advice.

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