FEMA Disaster Aid Equity: New Policies and Advisors
This Act aims to ensure fairer access to federal disaster assistance for all communities, especially underserved ones. It introduces new data collection rules, establishes an equity advisor position and a steering group to better identify and remove barriers to post-disaster support. This means citizens from diverse backgrounds can expect more equitable treatment and faster assistance during difficult times.
Key points
FEMA will collect more data to better understand who receives disaster aid and how, aiming to identify inequalities.
An equity advisor and a special group will be established to ensure FEMA's policies are fair for everyone, including low-income communities, individuals with disabilities, and ethnic minorities.
The Act requires FEMA to apply new equity criteria when providing assistance, ensuring support reaches those most in need, regardless of their background or status.
An assessment will be conducted to determine if current aid allocation rules favor wealthier regions, potentially leading to changes in how disasters are declared and funds are distributed.
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