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Original Date Announced
October 3, 2025The New York Times reports that FEMA is withholding more than $300 million in emergency-preparedness grants from states until they certify that their population estimates--used to determine grant allocations--exclude deported individuals. These Emergency Management Performance Grants help states and territories improve their readiness for and resilience to extreme weather by paying for emergency-management staff, training, equipment, and public education.
A FEMA spokesperson discussed "prevent[ing] fraud and abuse" and ensuring "equitable distribution" in light of population shifts. However, experts have warned that the new requirement could delay essential funds needed for day-to-day operations of many state and local emergency-management agencies. It also remains unclear how states are expected to count the number of deported migrants.
Trump 2.0 [ID #2001]
2025.10.03 Reported: FEMA Withholds $300 Million in Grants Until States Account for Deportations - New York TimesEffective Date
October 3, 2025Current Status
NoneOriginal Trump Policy Status
Status: ReportedTrump Administration Action: Agency DirectiveSubject Matter: HumanitarianAgencies Affected: FEMAAssociated or Derivative Policies
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