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Federal Officials Close Discrimination Case Over Texas's Hurricane Harvey Aid Distribution

After a five-year investigation, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has formally closed its discrimination case against Texas regarding the distribution of Hurricane Harvey disaster aid. HUD found "no reasonable cause" that the Texas General Land Office (GLO) discriminated based on race or national origin, reversing its earlier conclusions and a referral to the Department of Justice.

Jan 29, 2026

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Federal Appeals Court Affirms U.S. Government Liability for Hurricane Harvey Flooding Near Houston Dams

A federal appeals court has unanimously ruled the U.S. government is liable for damage to homes flooded upstream of Houston's Addicks and Barker dams during Hurricane Harvey in 2017. The court found the government was or should have been aware of the dams' limitations, a decision that could aid thousands of homeowners who lost property. While a significant victory for plaintiffs, the government may still appeal to a higher court.

Dec 29, 2025

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