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The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has announced an amendment to an earlier emergency declaration for Tennessee, originally issued on September 27, 2024. The update specifies that the incident period is now closed as of September 30, 2024. People and organizations in Tennessee affected by this can access various federal programs, including disaster legal services and housing assistance. For more information, Dean Webster at FEMA is the point of contact.

The Office of Refugee Resettlement (ORR), under the Administration for Children and Families (ACF) and part of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, is seeking public feedback on a proposed information collection effort to aid Unaccompanied Alien Children (UAC) with legal services. Several forms are involved, intended to ensure that UACs can access legal service providers and navigate their immigration proceedings. The ACF is specifically collecting comments on aspects such as the necessity, clarity, and practicality of the information collected. Interested parties can submit their opinions within 60 days of the publication, in line with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995.

The document is a notice from the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) that updates the organization and structure of its Office of the General Counsel (OGC). The OGC provides legal services and advice to various entities within the HHS, including the Secretary, on a wide range of issues. It is organized into several divisions, each specializing in different areas such as ethics, civil rights, and public health, and it has regional offices throughout the United States. This updated statement outlines the responsibilities and hierarchy within the OGC, ensuring uniform legal advice and services across the department.

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), part of the Department of Homeland Security, issued a notice amending a major disaster declaration for the state of Florida. This amendment, released on October 23, 2024, includes DeSoto County as an area eligible for Individual Assistance following a disaster declared by the President on September 28, 2024. The amendment outlines various types of federal financial assistance available to affected individuals and communities, including loans, legal services, and housing aid.

The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has updated its Statement of Organization for the Office of the General Counsel (OGC). This update clarifies the roles, responsibilities, and structure of the OGC, including the addition of their participation in the Inter-Agency False Claims Act Working Group. Key components such as the Mission, Organization, and Functions of the OGC are detailed, emphasizing the legal services provided to the Secretary and other parts of the department. The revised document also outlines how it nullifies all previous statements of organization.

The Department of Health and Human Services has updated and clarified the roles and responsibilities of its Office of the General Counsel (OGC). This includes providing legal services and advice to the entire department, except for specific areas under the jurisdiction of the Office of Inspector General. The OGC is organized into several divisions and regional offices, each with specific functions like legal representation, handling ethics issues, and overseeing litigation. The revised organization ensures that the department receives uniform legal guidance throughout its various branches and programs.