FEMA Independence Act of 2025

This bill would make FEMA an independent agency that reports directly to the President, instead of being part of the Department of Homeland Security. FEMA would keep most of its current jobs and have the same 10 regional offices, but would be led by a Director who must be confirmed by the Senate and serve as a Cabinet member. The Director must have experience in emergency management and homeland security, plus five years of leadership experience in both government and private business. Some grant programs that help communities and nonprofits protect against terrorist attacks would move from FEMA to the Department of Homeland Security.

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