Whether due to poor State, local, and Federal coordination, understaffing, or even a lack of political will, the elderly and people of color do not benefit from Federal disaster relief compared to other Americans.
Highlighting disparities in federal disaster relief for marginalized communities.
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I have heard from Jewish and interfaith organizations that the present funding levels are clearly insufficient to meet the current needs.
I am very proud of the workforce development efforts already underway at Stony Brook University and Farmingdale State College in my home State of New York.
I think what we are--the subject matter of today's hearing brings me to that--again to that issue of how we get people around safely and efficiently.
How can we create or encourage a more holistic approach to disaster relief that improves intergovernmental coordination?
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