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  • 2024-28637 — Florida; Amendment No. 9 to Notice of a Major Disaster Declaration
    Type:Notice
    Citation:89 FR 97024
    Reading Time:about a minute or two

    The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has made an amendment to a previous major disaster declaration in Florida because of Hurricane Helene. This amendment allows for 100% federal funding for debris removal and emergency protective measures for 90 days within the first 120 days after the disaster, starting on September 23, 2024. This decision was made due to the severity of the damage caused by the hurricane, and several federal assistance programs are applicable, including community disaster loans and housing assistance.

    Simple Explanation

    After a big storm in Florida, the government decided to help by paying for cleanup and safety measures for three months, so everyone can be safe faster without worrying about the costs.

  • 2024-28680 — Florida; Major Disaster and Related Determinations
    Type:Notice
    Citation:89 FR 97018
    Reading Time:about 4 minutes

    The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) announced that President has declared a major disaster in Florida due to Hurricane Milton, which began on October 5, 2024. This declaration allows federal assistance to be provided for individuals, debris removal, and emergency protective measures in several Florida counties, with funding limited to 75% of eligible costs, except for certain cases where 100% may be covered. John E. Brogan will serve as the Federal Coordinating Officer for this disaster, and a range of federal assistance programs will be available to support recovery efforts.

    Simple Explanation

    The President said that Florida needs help because of a big storm named Hurricane Milton. So, he asked that money and support be given to fix things and help people, but the plan might not tell exactly how much help or who can get it.

  • 2021-02043 — Memorandum To Extend Federal Support to Governors' Use of the National Guard To Respond to COVID-19 and To Increase Reimbursement and Other Assistance Provided to States
    Type:Presidential Document
    Citation:86 FR 7481
    Reading Time:about 3 minutes

    The Presidential Memorandum extends federal support to states in their use of the National Guard to combat COVID-19. It ensures that the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) will cover all costs related to the National Guard's mission assignments for pandemic response until September 30, 2021. Additionally, FEMA will provide 100% funding for emergency protective measures needed to safely operate schools, healthcare facilities, and other institutions. FEMA is also tasked with expediting reimbursements and potentially advancing funds for approved emergency work projects.

    Simple Explanation

    The President made a new rule to help states use the National Guard to fight COVID-19, where the government will pay for everything they need to do this job until the end of September 2021. The government will also pay all the costs for things needed to keep schools and hospitals running safely during the pandemic.

  • 2024-28675 — Florida; Amendment No. 1 to Notice of a Major Disaster Declaration
    Type:Notice
    Citation:89 FR 97035
    Reading Time:about a minute or two

    The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has updated a previous disaster declaration related to Florida's major disaster from October 11, 2024. This update adds several counties, including Miami-Dade, Broward, and Monroe, to the list of areas affected by the disaster. It also details the different types of federal assistance available to these regions, such as disaster loans and housing assistance. This amendment was issued on October 15, 2024, providing necessary support to those impacted by the disaster.

    Simple Explanation

    FEMA is helping more places in Florida after a big storm by giving them things like money and housing help, but people might not understand why some areas were chosen or how the help will work because the details aren't clear.

  • 2024-28630 — Florida; Emergency and Related Determinations
    Type:Notice
    Citation:89 FR 97028
    Reading Time:about 3 minutes

    The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) announced the Presidential declaration of an emergency for Florida due to Hurricane Milton, which began on October 5, 2024. This declaration enables FEMA to offer emergency assistance to save lives, protect property, and maintain public health and safety. Federal assistance will cover up to 75% of eligible costs for emergency protective measures in designated counties. John E. Brogan was appointed as the Federal Coordinating Officer to manage this emergency response.

    Simple Explanation

    The president said Florida needs help because of a big storm called Hurricane Milton, so a special group called FEMA will help by paying for some things to keep people safe, but they’re not saying exactly how they’ll do it or how they’ll make sure the money isn't wasted.

  • 2024-28660 — South Carolina; Major Disaster and Related Determinations
    Type:Notice
    Citation:89 FR 97055
    Reading Time:about 3 minutes

    The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has announced that President has declared a major disaster in South Carolina due to Hurricane Helene, which began on September 25, 2024. This declaration allows FEMA to provide federal assistance to affected individuals in various counties for debris removal, emergency protective measures, and hazard mitigation. The assistance is provided under the Stafford Act, and funding for certain programs will cover up to 75% of eligible costs. Brett H. Howard of FEMA is appointed as the Federal Coordinating Officer for managing this relief effort.

    Simple Explanation

    When a big storm called Hurricane Helene hit South Carolina, the President said, "Let's help!" Now, a team led by a person named Brett H. Howard is giving some money and help to clean up the mess and fix things.

  • 2024-28628 — Virginia; Emergency and Related Determinations
    Type:Notice
    Citation:89 FR 97048
    Reading Time:about 2 minutes

    The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), part of the Department of Homeland Security, announced a Presidential emergency declaration for Virginia due to severe conditions caused by Post-Tropical Cyclone Helene starting on September 25, 2024. The President's declaration allows federal aid to support emergency protective measures in designated areas, with funding covering up to 75% of eligible costs. FEMA appointed Timothy S. Pheil as the Federal Coordinating Officer for this emergency, and specific counties and the city of Galax are impacted. Federal assistance numbers for reporting and accessing funds include various programs for disaster loans, crisis counseling, and more.

    Simple Explanation

    The government is helping Virginia because of a big storm named Helene, giving money to fix things, and someone named Timothy is in charge of making sure the help gets where it's needed.

  • 2024-28647 — South Carolina; Emergency and Related Determinations
    Type:Notice
    Citation:89 FR 97027
    Reading Time:about 3 minutes

    The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) announced Presidentially declared emergency for South Carolina due to Hurricane Helene, as of September 26, 2024. This declaration allows for federal assistance under the Stafford Act to support emergency protective measures, such as evacuation and shelter support, across designated counties. Federal aid will cover up to 75% of eligible costs. FEMA has appointed Brett H. Howard as the Federal Coordinating Officer for this emergency response.

    Simple Explanation

    The government wants to help South Carolina because of a big storm called Hurricane Helene. They will give money to help people stay safe, but it doesn't say how much money or how they're deciding who gets this help.

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