The bill would require FEMA to create a program to identify and address barriers that make disaster recovery harder for eligible entities in U.S. territories. FEMA would provide tailored technical help, offer online and in-person training, develop project best practices, and work with local communities. It would report to Congress every two years.
Territorial emergency managers and other eligible entities could receive help applying for disaster grants and managing recovery projects. Training and assistance would be designed to account for challenges such as remote locations, language needs, and limited internet access. The bill does not provide direct assistance to individuals.
The bill would authorize $50 million for each fiscal year from 2026 through 2030 to carry out the program. This is an authorization, not a guarantee that the money will be appropriated.
The bill’s stated purpose is to address gaps and other factors that hinder disaster recovery in U.S. territories through ongoing analysis, technical assistance, training, and local collaboration.
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