💨 Abstract

The article discusses the defense of the FEMA response to central Texas floods by acting administrator David Richardson. He denied reports of bureaucracy delays and unanswered calls, asserting that FEMA's response was effective. Richardson faced criticism from lawmakers over delayed urban search-and-rescue teams and the resignation of the FEMA search-and-rescue leader. The hearing also covered broader FEMA reform issues, including preparedness grants, flood insurance, and the fate of the canceled Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities program.

Courtesy: WTOP Staff