Federal Emergency Management Operations
The committee examined the role of the Federal Emergency Management Agency. Topics included potential relocation or reorganization of the ag… read more
The committee examined the role of the Federal Emergency Management Agency. Topics included potential relocation or reorganization of the agency, the findings of an investigation into responses to Hurricane Katrina, federal and local coordination and information sharing, and the emergency management mission of the Department of Homeland Security. Witnesses also testified about manning levels and personnel issues, as well as budget concerns. close
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