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551. N.Y. Attorney General Pressed Red Cross on Post-Sandy Spending, Then Retreated.

Author

Elliott, Justin

Subjects
GOVERNMENTAL investigations, HURRICANE Sandy, 2012, FINANCING of disaster relief
Abstract

The article reports on the investigation made by the Attorney General Eric Schneiderman on the post expenditure of the organization American Red Cross on Super Storm Sandy in the U.S. Schneider required the American Red Cross to submit details on how it spent the charity donations after Hurricane Sandy worth greater than $300 million. Moreover, it cites that the organization lack transparency on how the money is expended.

Published
2014

552. Fund created to help flood zone.

Subjects
*FINANCING of disaster relief
Abstract

Reports that the American Academy of Ophthalmology has established a restricted funding mechanism within its foundation to collect donations to be used to help eye-care providers who have lost their homes and offices in the Minnesota/Red River flood. Contact information.

Published
1997

553. Clinton pledges more disaster relief dollars for Fran cleanup.

Subjects
FINANCING of disaster relief
Abstract

Reports that Hurricane Fran and other natural disasters has prompted President Bill Clinton to sign legislation that provides $96.6 million in additional funds to repair the damage. How the members of AmeriCorps National Service organization help the areas hit by the hurricane; Funds for the states that were hit by the storms; Provision of the funds through the US Department of Agriculture's Emergency Watershed Protection (EWP) program.

Published
1996

554. Letter Congressional Leaders Regarding the Disaster Relief Appropriations Act of 2013.

Author

OBAMA, BARACK

Subjects
*FINANCING of disaster relief, *DISASTER relief laws, *LAW
Abstract

The article presents the text of a letter from U.S. President Barack Obama, dated January 29, 2013, to Congressional leaders regarding the Disaster Relief Appropriations Act of 2013. Obama has designated all funding approved by the Congress under the Act as emergency requirements. A letter from the deputy director for management of the Office of Management and Budget is enclosed.

Published
2013

555. Statement on Funding for Hurricane Sandy Recovery Efforts.

Subjects
*FINANCING of disaster relief, *HURRICANE Sandy, 2012
Abstract

The article offers information on the statement by U.S. President Barack Obama on the funding for the recovery efforts for Hurricane Sandy, encouraging House Republicans to support his request for the said funding.

Published
2013

556. How You Can Help Departments Hit by Superstorm Sandy.

Author

Wilmoth, Janet

Subjects
HURRICANE Sandy, 2012, FIRE departments, FIRE chiefs, FINANCING of disaster relief, U.S. states, SOCIETIES
Abstract

The article reports on the aftermath of the Superstorm Sandy, and the initiatives of various agencies to help the affected U.S. states. The Sayville Fire Department collects supplies and distributes them, while the New York State Fire Chiefs Association is generating funds. The author provides ways for others to help through the International Association of Fire Fighters Disaster Relief Funds and the New York City Firefighters Brotherhood Foundation.

Published
2012

557. Remarks Following a Meeting With Foundations Involved With Gulf Coast Recovery.

Subjects
*FINANCING of disaster relief, *FINANCIAL aid, *CHARITABLE uses, trusts, & foundations
Abstract

The article presents remarks from U.S. President George W. Bush following a meeting with several foundations regarding the Gulf Coast recovery program on January 19, 2006. The government committed to provide $85 billion for the recovery plans in the gulf coast region. Bush emphasizes that he wants to make sure that the federal money and charity money will be spent well for the people in the gulf coast area, particularly in Mississippi and Louisiana, in order to regain the normal condition on the two states.

Published
2006

558. Statement on Congressional Action on Emergency Funding for Hurricane Katrina Recovery Efforts.

Subjects
*FINANCING of disaster relief, *WAR & emergency legislation, *HURRICANE Katrina, 2005, *EMERGENCY management
Abstract

Presents the text of a statement by U.S. President George W. Bush regarding congressional action on emergency funding for Hurricane Katrina recovery efforts issued on September 8, 2005. Views on actions taken by Congress in approving additional emergency funds; Significance of additional emergency funds to continued efforts in helping victims.

Published
2005

559. Letter to the Speaker of the House of Representatives on Funding for the Disaster Relief Program of the Federal Emergency Management Agency.

Author

Bush, George W.

Subjects
*LETTERS, *GOVERNMENT correspondence, *FINANCING of disaster relief, UNITED States appropriations & expenditures
Abstract

Presents a letter signed by U.S. President George W. Bush on May 15, 2002 and addressed to the Speaker of the House of Representatives, which deals with funding for the disaster relief program of the Federal Emergency Management Agency.

Published
2002

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