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"It would be nice after a disaster to be able to claim public assistance ... an emergency request from President Trump to fund FEMA for the next round of disaster requests this summer. But local ...
Several states that have recently experienced natural disasters have asked FEMA for federal disaster aid but have been either partially or fully denied with little explanation.
The Federal Emergency ... outreach and assistance registration capabilities in more targeted venues, improving access to those in need, and increasing collaboration with [state, local, tribal ...
If FEMA makes some of its suggested changes, it will place a large financial burden on the state and local municipalities. Emergency Management sources across the state tell Eyewitness News that ...
The proposed changes are raising concerns at the Colorado Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Management ... the threshold for local counties to receive federal assistance after a disaster.
Mr. Hamilton, appearing before Congress on Wednesday, said instead that FEMA “must return to its roots,” helping state and local governments ... to respond to those challenges.” ...
And his decision to declare a state of emergency cleared the way for officials to apply for up to $50 million in FEMA aid. But at a time ... about 200 cars from local dealerships into the ...
Damage assessments in six Missouri counties will begin May 13 following severe storms in late April. FEMA and state agencies will work together to assess damage to public infrastructure.