US EditionState emergency officials say new rules and delays for FEMA grants put disaster response at risk
States face funding uncertainty and operational challenges as FEMA reduces grant spending periods from three years to one and cuts allocations by up to 79%, officials say.
- State crisis managers warn that federal security grant cuts and funding delays jeopardize emergency response efforts.
- Kiele Amundson stated, "Every day we remain in this grant purgatory reduces the time available to responsibly and effectively spend these critical funds."
- Trina Sheets noted that the requirement for states to submit revised counts is unprecedented and lacks clear guidance.
- The uncertainty surrounding FEMA's support is leading some states to adjust their approach to disaster management.
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'Grant purgatory' is a growing risk to crisis response, and the government shutdown isn't helping, state emergency officials say
State officials on the front lines of preparing for natural disasters and responding to emergencies say severe cuts to federal security grants, restrictions on money intended for readiness and funding delays tied to litigation are posing a growing risk to their ability to respond to crises. It’s all causing confusion, frustration and concern. The federal government shutdown isn’t helping. “Every day we remain in this grant purgatory reduces the …
U.S. state officials: FEMA cuts raise risks
State officials on the front lines of preparing for natural disasters and responding to emergencies say severe cuts to federal security grants, restrictions on money intended for readiness and funding delays tied to litigation are posing a growing risk to their ability to respond to crises. Read more...
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State emergency officials say new rules and delays for FEMA grants put disaster response at risk
State emergency management officials say they're facing funding challenges from the federal government that threaten the country's ability to respond to crises.
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