Get Rid of FEMA? Some States Will Hurt More Than Others. We ranked states by the average number of households seeking FEMA assistance each year, to illustrate what states would need to plan for on an annual basis in responding to their constituents In Florida, more than half a million people apply for assistance every year on average
FEMA Act of 2025: What Local Leaders Need to Know While it elevates FEMA’s status within the federal government, the most immediate effects for local governments lie in program reforms—faster reimbursements, streamlined applications, expanded housing options and clearer procurement rules
Proposed Changes to FEMA and the Future of Federal Disaster Response These include current and future cuts to FEMA staff, anticipated cuts in federal funding for legal aid organizations supporting disaster survivors, and the refusal to comply with agency regulations based on the administration’s new policy priorities
FEMA Grants | FEMA. gov Grant funds are available for pre and post emergency or disaster related projects These funds support critical recovery initiatives, innovative research and many other programs