News from 2023
One Month Left to Register for Disaster Assistance
By Homeland Newswire Report | May 31, 2023
Indiana residents affected by the March 31 – April 1 storms and tornados have one month left to register for FEMA disaster assistance.
Disaster Legal Services Available
By Homeland Newswire Report | May 31, 2023
Hoosiers in disaster-designated counties affected by recent severe storms and tornadoes may now have access to free legal advice through Disaster Legal Services (DLS), which provides free help with disaster-related legal issues for low-income disaster survivors.
Biden-Harris Administration Announces an Additional $160 Million to Build Climate and Disaster Resilience Nationwide, Including Over $50 Million for Tribal Nations
By Homeland Newswire Report | May 31, 2023
Over 45 Disadvantaged and Underserved Communities Selected for Direct Technical Assistance
Flood Mitigation Assistance Grant Program FY 2022 Subapplication and Selection Status
By Homeland Newswire Report | May 31, 2023
The Flood Mitigation Assistance grant program is a competitive annual grant program that provides funding to states, local communities, federally recognized tribes, and territories. Funds can be used for projects that reduce or eliminate the risk of repetitive flood damage to buildings insured by the National Flood Insurance Program.
It’s Important to Submit an SBA Disaster Loan Application Soon
By Homeland Newswire Report | May 31, 2023
Survivors of Indiana’s March 31 – April 1 severe storms and tornadoes who apply for disaster assistance from FEMA may be referred to the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) with information on how to apply for a low-interest, long-term disaster loan.
Disaster Recovery Center Revisits Clinton County
By Homeland Newswire Report | May 31, 2023
A Disaster Recovery Center will revisit Clinton County from May 22 – 24 to help survivors of the March 31 – April 1 storms and tornadoes continue their recovery.
Nearly $80 Million from FEMA To Address Mental Health in Puerto Rico
By Homeland Newswire Report | May 31, 2023
The allocations will support the services offered by ASSMCA in various facilities on the island.
Deadline to Apply for FEMA Disaster Assistance is May 25
By Homeland Newswire Report | May 31, 2023
This Thursday, May 25, is the last day to apply for FEMA disaster assistance. If you are a survivor of the March tornados and severe storms and interested in help with your recovery, submit your application by 11:59 p.m. Central Time.
FEMA, VDEM Approve Plan to Make Virginia Stronger Against Disasters with a Goal of Expanding Equity
By Homeland Newswire Report | May 31, 2023
The Commonwealth of Virginia adopts its updated Hazard Mitigation Plan with new goals and actions for the next five years.
President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. Approves Emergency Declaration for the Northern Mariana Islands
By Homeland Newswire Report | May 31, 2023
FEMA announced today that federal disaster assistance has been made available to the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands to supplement commonwealth and local response efforts due to emergency conditions resulting from Typhoon Mawar beginning May 22, 2023 and continuing.
Two Weeks Left to Apply for Federal Disaster Assistance
By Homeland Newswire Report | May 31, 2023
Homeowners and renters in Cannon, Hardeman, Hardin, Haywood, Lewis, Macon, McNairy, Rutherford, Tipton and Wayne counties who had damage or losses in the March 31 to April 1 storms and tornadoes have just two weeks left to apply for federal disaster assistance.
FEMA Supporting Typhoon Mawar Response
By Homeland Newswire Report | May 31, 2023
President Biden granted emergency declarations today to both the Commonwealth of Northern Mariana Islands and Guam ahead of Typhoon Mawar. The declarations authorize FEMA to supplement territorial and local response efforts to help save lives, protect property, public health and safety.
Tomorrow, May 25 is the Deadline to Apply
By Homeland Newswire Report | May 31, 2023
Tomorrow, May 25 is the last day to apply for federal disaster assistance. If you are a survivor of the March tornados and severe storms and interested in help with your recovery, submit your applications.
Protect Yourself from Contractor Fraud
By Homeland Newswire Report | May 31, 2023
As Oklahoma residents repair and rebuild their properties after the April 19-20 severe storms, those hiring a contractor should proceed with caution and heed the warning of local and state emergency management officials.
Beaches Prepare with FEMA Funds for this Summer’s Wave of Visitors
By Homeland Newswire Report | May 31, 2023
Over $9 million from federal agency support the reconstruction of these recreational areas
FEMA and other Federal Agencies Continue Supporting Typhoon Mawar Response and Monitor Storm Closely
By Homeland Newswire Report | May 31, 2023
Following President Biden’s emergency declarations on Tuesday for both the Commonwealth of Northern Mariana Islands and Guam ahead of Typhoon Mawar, FEMA has more than 130 staff either already deployed to the Pacific or pre-staged to be able to quickly supplement territorial and local response efforts to help save lives, protect property, public health and safety. Also, over 100 generators as well as emergency communications equipment and specialized personnel have mobilized and ready.
New Jersey Man Sentenced to 6.75 Years in Prison for Schemes to Steal California Unemployment Insurance Benefits and Economic Injury Disaster Loans
By Homeland Newswire Report | May 31, 2023
Eric Michael Jaklitsch, 40, of Elizabeth, New Jersey, was sentenced today to six years and nine months in prison for two related COVID-19 fraud cases, one case alleging wire fraud and aggravated identity theft in California and the other case alleging wire fraud in New Jersey, U.S. Attorney Phillip A. Talbert announced
U.S. Border Patrol Agent Charged with Attempting to Distribute Methamphetamine and Receiving Bribes
By Homeland Newswire Report | May 31, 2023
U.S. Border Patrol Agent Hector Hernandez made his initial appearance in federal court today on charges that he agreed to accept $25,000 in bribes to distribute methamphetamine and to open a restricted border gate to allow unauthorized migrants to illegally enter the United States.
Waterbury Man Admits Theft of Pandemic Unemployment Benefits
By Homeland Newswire Report | May 31, 2023
Vanessa Roberts Avery, United States Attorney for the District of Connecticut, today announced that OLAJUWON HARRINGTON, also known as “OJ Harrington” 31, of Waterbury, waived his right to be indicted and pleaded guilty yesterday before U.S. District Judge Omar A. Williams in Hartford to a fraud offense related to his theft of pandemic unemployment benefits.
Spokane Resident Sentenced to 6 Months for COVID-19 Relief Fraud
By Homeland Newswire Report | May 31, 2023
Vanessa R. Waldref, the United States Attorney for the Eastern District of Washington, announced today that Natasha Ann Opsal, 41, of Spokane, Washington, was sentenced to 6 months in federal prison for fraudulently obtaining more than $50,000 in COVID-19 relief funds. United States District Judge Thomas Rice announced the sentence, the most recent obtained by the COVID-19 Relief Fraud Strike Force.