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Proposed Pilot Program for Direct FEMA Hazard Mitigation Funding

Original title: Text of Senate Amendment 6233

June 24, 2026

FEMA Disaster Relief Hazard Mitigation Local Government Property Acquisition

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The Frame

What this does

This amendment would change how local governments access federal disaster mitigation funds by allowing them to apply directly to FEMA, potentially altering the administrative role of state governments in the grant process.

Who is mentioned in the record

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Local governments

Eligible local governments may apply directly to FEMA for hazard mitigation funds rather than through state-managed processes.

State governments

States are involved in the consultation process for local government selection and provide feedback on eligibility.

What changed

Last recorded activity June 24, 2026.

What's next

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Summary

Senator James Lankford has proposed a pilot program that would allow select local governments to apply directly to FEMA for , bypassing traditional state-level application processes. The program focuses on property acquisition, structure demolition, and relocation projects to reduce disaster risks.

Key Facts

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who is eligible to apply for this pilot program?

Local governments that can meet federal and state hazard mitigation requirements with limited state assistance and have received positive feedback from their state regarding eligibility.

Does this program replace state involvement in disaster funding?

The program allows for direct application to FEMA, but the Administrator must still consult with the state before determining a local government's suitability.

Why It Matters

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Direct Federal-Local Funding Path

The amendment attempts to bypass the traditional state-as-intermediary model for FEMA hazard mitigation grants.

Federal Emergency Management Agency

Connected Entities

organizationFederal Emergency Management Agency“The federal agency responsible for administering the proposed pilot program.”Map →

organizationCommittee on Transportation and Infrastructure“Congressional committee designated for oversight.”Map →

organizationCommittee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs“Congressional committee designated for oversight.”Map →

personJames Lankford“U.S. Senator who submitted the amendment.”Map →

Sources

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www.govinfo.gov

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