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FEMA Nominee Describes Staff Reductions as Challenge for Agency
The nominee for FEMA director said staff cuts would present operational difficulties and pledged faster distribution of disaster funds to states. The comments came during a Senate hearing on the nomination.
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The nominee also stated a goal of moving federal disaster assistance funds to states more quickly than in prior years. The nominee previously served as acting director of the agency for a short period last year before being removed from the position.
Background on the Nomination The hearing examined the nominee's record and plans for managing the agency, which coordinates federal disaster relief across the United States. Senators questioned the nominee on staffing levels and the timeline for delivering aid after major disasters.
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