Review of FEMA's 2023 Budget Request
January 1, 2022
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The Frame
This hearing sets the stage for how much funding and authority FEMA will receive to manage disaster response and recovery efforts for the 2023 , directly impacting the resources available to states and municipalities during emergencies.
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FEMA
The agency's funding levels and operational priorities for the upcoming fiscal year are determined by this budget review.
State and local municipalities
These entities rely on FEMA resources and disaster declarations to manage recovery efforts following major weather events.
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Summary
Key Facts
- FEMA issued 58 major disaster declarations in 2021.
- FEMA issued 20 major disaster declarations in the first part of 2022.
- Hurricane Irma (2017) resulted in 84 deaths and approximately $50 billion in damages.
- Hurricane Sally (2020) caused $7.3 billion in damages across Florida and Alabama.
- Wildfires in Florida destroyed over 22,000 acres in 2022.
- Supply chain and labor shortages are identified as significant challenges for disaster preparedness and infrastructure repair.
- The hearing was held on June 14, 2022, to review the fiscal year 2023 budget request.
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Why It Matters
This hearing sets the stage for how much funding and authority FEMA will receive to manage disaster response and recovery efforts for the 2023 , directly impacting the resources available to states and municipalities during emergencies.
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Increased Disaster Frequency
The hearing highlights a shift toward viewing record-breaking weather events as a 'new reality' rather than anomalies, influencing budget priorities.
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