Maine was among nearly two dozen states that sued over the Trump administration’s new policy.
FEMA
Posted inLocal & State, News
Maine joins multistate lawsuit to reverse Trump FEMA cuts
The lawsuit claims the administration illegally terminated a program to help fortify communities against natural disasters, including a $41.4 million sand dune restoration project in York County.
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Trump administration cut key FEMA grant. What does that mean for Maine projects?
Eighteen resilience projects around the state had their Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities applications terminated with the cancellation of the program and are now seeking alternate funding.
Posted inTimes Record
In wake of storms, FEMA opens disaster recovery center in Harpswell
On April 10, FEMA set up a disaster recovery center in Harpswell to provide locals with financial relief from winter storm damage.
Posted inScarborough Leader, Southern Maine Weeklies
In the Know: Residents, businesses can apply for FEMA aid for January storm repair
On March 20, President Biden granted a Major Disaster Declaration for Maine regarding the severe storms and flooding that occurred Jan. 9-13 (two storms combined into one incident). Cumberland County was included in this declaration and is eligible to receive federal funding for both individual assistance and public assistance. FEMA staff arrived in Scarborough neighborhoods […]
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Biden administration declares disaster in Maine from January storms, unlocking federal aid
Maine’s 8 coastal counties will be eligible for funding to rebuild from an estimated $70 million in damage caused by storms on Jan. 10 and Jan. 13.