PSR - October 26, 2025

State emergency managers sound alarm over new rules, delays for FEMA disaster grants

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October 27, 2025

The effectiveness of disaster preparedness is facing challenges as state emergency managers raise alarms over federal funding. New, complex rules and significant delays in the distribution of crucial grants from the federal agency overseeing emergency management are causing uncertainty. States are finding it difficult to fill key positions, conduct necessary training, and procure essential equipment.

Top News

State emergency managers sound alarm over new rules, delays for FEMA disaster grants

Grant cuts, new rules and a shutdown freeze are stalling hires and training, putting disaster readiness at risk

www.ems1.com/disaster-management/state-emergency-managers-sound-alarm-over-new-rules-delays-for-fema-disaster-grants

People & Leadership

City hires new fire chief | Homer News

The Homer City Council confirmed Daniel Jager as the new Homer Volunteer Fire Department chief on Oct. 13.

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Strategic Initiatives & Funding

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Major safety investment: $500K grant boosts safety for Daviess schools

The funding comes from the U.S. Department of Justice's Office of Community Oriented Policing Services School Violence Prevention Program.

spectrumlocalnews.com/product-pages/nyc/news/2025/10/24/school-safety-funding

Tech Updates & Other News

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www.hstoday.us/subject-matter-areas/cybersecurity/national-cyber-director-outlines-vision-for-new-cybersecurity-strategy/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=national-cyber-director-outlines-vision-for-new-cybersecurity-strategy