NC Moves To Block Political Discrimination In Disaster Aid After FEMA Bias

Following the dismissal of a FEMA employee for alleged political discrimination in the distribution of disaster relief after Hurricane Helene, North Carolina legislators have taken steps to ensure that this kind of bias does not again influence emergency relief efforts. The state House of Representatives overwhelmingly passed on Tuesday Bill 251, “Ensure Non-Discrimination in Disaster Recovery Assistance”, with 106 votes in favour and 10 against…

NC Moves To Block Political Discrimination In Disaster Aid After FEMA Bias

By Brianna Kraemer Carolina Journal Following the firing of a FEMA worker for alleged political discrimination in disaster aid distribution after Hurricane Helene, North Carolina lawmakers have moved to ensure such bias never influences emergency relief efforts again. The state House overwhelmingly passed House Bill 251, “Ensuring Nondiscrimination in Disaster Recovery Assistance,” in a 106-10 vote […]