Rep. Garamendi Issues Statement on FEMA Disaster Preparedness Improvement Act
Today I introduce the "FEMA Disaster Preparedness Improvement Act," with support from the
This legislation would increase
The people most impacted by disasters and emergencies are often the most vulnerable members of our society: the elderly, the economically disadvantaged, and those with disabilities. All Americans deserve nothing less than the full-throated support of their federal government as they prepare for natural disasters and deal with public health emergencies, and that is exactly what my legislation would ensure.
As a member of
That is why the "FEMA Disaster Preparedness Improvement Act" would increase the federal cost share under the Hazard Mitigation and Emergency Management Performance Grant Programs to 85 percent, from 75 percent and 50 percent respectively.
My bill would also exempt environmental reviews under federal or state law from the 36-month deadline to complete hazard mitigation projects and make designated "special flood hazard areas" under the National Flood Insurance Program automatically eligible for FEMA Hazard Mitigation Grants. Lastly, the bill would direct the Government Accountability Office to report to
Damaged caused by natural disasters in
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