FEMA Review Council Report – Public Comment
The FEMA Review Council conducted a thorough review to ensure FEMA delivers swift, effective disaster response for Americans. The Council provided actionable recommendations to streamline federal response to national emergencies. The FEMA Review Council released their final report on May 7, 2026. The report will be open for public comment until June 8, 2026. We […]
FEMA Shelter and Services Program Public Listening Sessions
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), in partnership with U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), is hosting two virtual listening sessions to gather feedback on the Shelter and Services Program (SSP). CBP and FEMA invite anyone who is interested in informing potential future iterations of SSP to attend the SSP Listening Sessions. Please see the […]
Open Public Comment Period for Public Assistance Program and Policy Guide, Version 5
FEMA is requesting public comments on its latest Public Assistance Program and Policy Guide (PAPPG), which focuses on plain language and increased eligibility for assistance. Some updates related to emergency sheltering, childcare services, and distribution of supplies and commodities. The 60-day public comment period opens June 18, 2024, and closes August 19, 2024. The PAPPG […]
Infant/Toddler Feeding Support in Shelters
Meeting the Needs of the Entire Family Ensuring adequate nutrition for the entire family following a disaster is a critical part of the Mass Care mission. Families with young children are especially vulnerable given the specific needs and unique challenges associated with caring for infants and toddlers. This is particularly true when families are displaced […]
FEMA National Advisory Council Lists Subcommittees for 2024, Including “Planning for Animal Wellness Working Group”
The FEMA National Advisory Council has established “Planning for Animal Wellness Working Group,” a subcommittee formed in response to the Planning for Animal Wellness Act (PAW Act). This subcommittee will aim to assess current policies for animal welfare in disasters regarding sheltering and evacuation and provide the FEMA Administrator with consensus recommendations. For more information: […]