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  • 2024-28663 — Georgia; 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, part of the Department of Homeland Security, issued a notice amending a major disaster declaration for Georgia due to Hurricane Helene. Originally declared on September 30, 2024, the amendment allows for federal funds to cover 100% of eligible costs for debris removal and emergency protective measures for a designated 90-day period within the first 120 days after the hurricane's impact. This decision was made in response to the significant damage caused by the hurricane and is authorized under the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act.

    Simple Explanation

    FEMA is helping Georgia after a big hurricane by paying for all cleanup costs in some areas for 90 days, but they haven't said exactly where in Georgia or how it all works.

  • 2025-00958 — Notice of Intent To Prepare an Environmental Impact Statement for the Owyhee Irrigation District Infrastructure Modernization Project, Malheur County, OR
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    Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 4718
    Reading Time:about 9 minutes

    The Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS), in partnership with the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation, plans to prepare an Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) for the modernization of the Owyhee Irrigation District (OID) in Eastern Oregon. The project aims to improve the reliability and efficiency of water delivery to local farms by updating the outdated irrigation infrastructure, which has been in use for about 90 years. This modernization will involve activities like canal lining and installation of new control systems. Public input is being sought, with comments accepted until February 18, 2025, and further public meetings scheduled for early 2025.

    Simple Explanation

    The government wants to fix old water pipes and channels that bring water to farms in Oregon, to make it work better and waste less water, and they are asking people to share their thoughts about it until next February.

  • 2025-02233 — Expanding Educational Freedom and Opportunity for Families
    Type:Presidential Document
    Citation:90 FR 8859
    Reading Time:about 3 minutes

    The Executive Order titled "Expanding Educational Freedom and Opportunity for Families" outlines the U.S. President's commitment to improving educational options for families. It aims to support parents in choosing the best educational setting for their children by expanding K-12 educational choice and increasing competition among schools. The order instructs various government departments to review and implement mechanisms, such as grants, to facilitate greater educational freedom, particularly for low-income, military, and Bureau of Indian Education (BIE) families. Within specified timeframes, departments are tasked with evaluating and recommending ways to use federal funding to support educational alternatives, including private and faith-based options.

    Simple Explanation

    The president signed a paper to help families choose schools by giving more choices and trying to make schools better, especially for families with less money, military families, and Native American families. But, it isn't very clear on how the money will be spent or how everything will be checked to make sure it's working well.