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FEMA Review Council Urges States to Lead in Disaster Recovery: A New Approach to Flood Insurance and Aid

The FEMA Review Council is advocating for a shift in disaster recovery responsibilities, with states taking on more of the load and the federal government playing a supporting role. The council proposes moving the National Flood Insurance Program to private insurers due to its mounting debt. They also suggest buying out high-risk homes or improving protections through state-led mitigation programs.

President Trump and state leaders, such as former Mississippi Governor Phil Bryant, support this approach, aiming to reduce red tape, expedite aid, and involve private businesses and nonprofits more effectively. However, disaster survivors and advocacy groups express concerns about reduced individual assistance and increased burdens without federal guarantees.

As Congress considers these changes, the debate intensifies on striking a balance between state power and genuine survivor aid, potentially reshaping future disaster recovery efforts.

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