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The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) issued a notice amending a major disaster declaration for Louisiana, originally declared on August 28, 2020. The amendment specifically adds Richland Parish to the list of areas affected by the disaster, making it eligible for certain federal assistance programs like debris removal and permanent work support. This includes a range of assistance categories like public assistance and help for individuals and households impacted by the disaster. The amendment was officially issued on January 13, 2021.

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) issued a notice amending a previous disaster declaration for Virginia due to Tropical Storm Helene, which started on September 25, 2024. This amendment, dated October 4, 2024, changes how federal funds are shared, allowing for 100% federal funding for certain emergency tasks for 90 days within the first 120 days after the storm. This includes costs for debris removal and emergency measures. The change was authorized under the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act.

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has issued a notice amending the major disaster declaration for the State of Oregon. This amendment, issued on January 22, 2021, specifically includes Josephine County for permanent work categories C-G. Previously, the area was already designated for emergency protective measures, including direct federal assistance under the Public Assistance program. The amendment outlines various federal programs and funds available for disaster assistance and continues to support affected areas after the President's disaster declaration on September 15, 2020.

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) issued a notice amending the major disaster declaration for the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe on November 1, 2024. This amendment includes the Individual Assistance program, in addition to the Public Assistance already designated for the tribe, following a disaster declared by the President on September 20, 2024. A range of federal aid programs are available, including Community Disaster Loans, Crisis Counseling, and Disaster Legal Services, to help those affected in the community.

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) issued a notice declaring a major disaster in Georgia due to damage from Hurricane Helene. The declaration, made on September 30, 2024, allows for federal assistance for individual aid, debris removal, emergency protective measures, and hazard mitigation throughout the state. Affected counties include Appling, Brooks, Coffee, and several others, and FEMA will cover 75% of eligible costs for most assistance types. Kevin A. Wallace, Sr. has been appointed as the Federal Coordinating Officer for this disaster.

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), part of the Department of Homeland Security, has updated a disaster declaration for Tennessee originally issued in September 2023. On October 7, 2024, Darryl L. Dragoo was appointed as the new Federal Coordinating Officer for this disaster, replacing Leda M. Khoury. This change impacts the management of various assistance programs, such as disaster housing, crisis counseling, and unemployment assistance, which are identified by specific federal assistance catalog numbers. The update was filed on December 5, 2024, and is documented under FEMA's internal procedure.

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) issued a notice to amend a previous major disaster declaration for North Carolina, dated October 14, 2020. This amendment, issued on January 13, 2021, adds Lenoir County to the list of areas eligible for Public Assistance due to the disaster. Various Federal assistance programs, such as Community Disaster Loans and Crisis Counseling, have been made available to support the affected areas. Robert J. Fenton is noted as the Senior Official performing the duties of the FEMA Administrator for this notice.

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has announced a change in the coordination of disaster response for the major disaster declaration in American Samoa. Tammy L. Littrell is appointed as the new Federal Coordinating Officer, replacing Robert J. Fenton. This adjustment is part of FEMA's ongoing management efforts following coordinated procedures outlined in the disaster declaration dated April 17, 2020. The notice includes Catalog of Federal Domestic Assistance numbers for tracking and allocating funds associated with disaster management programs.

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has updated the major disaster declaration for Nevada, originally issued on April 4, 2020. As of January 20, 2021, Tammy L. Littrell has been appointed as the Federal Coordinating Officer for this disaster, replacing Robert J. Fenton. This notice includes a list of program numbers for different types of federal assistance that may be available to those affected by the disaster, including community loans, crisis counseling, and disaster housing assistance.

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has made changes to a major disaster declaration for Montana, originally declared on March 31, 2020. This amendment, which became effective on January 20, 2021, involves the appointment of Nancy J. Dragani as the new Federal Coordinating Officer, replacing Lee K. dePalo. This notice lists the categories of federal assistance available for reporting and fund claims related to the disaster.