What happens if FEMA goes away?

FEMA Review Council Recommendations - The FEMA Review Council, established in 2025, is considering a complete overhaul of FEMA [1] - Some members of the council are advocating for the elimination of FEMA in its current form and its replacement with a more responsive agency [1] Proposed Changes to Disaster Recovery - The council suggests shifting more responsibility for storm recovery to state and local governments to expedite the process [1] - The council aims to accelerate the pace of storm recovery efforts [1] Financial Implications and Concerns - Hurricane Helen caused $596 billion in damage in North Carolina [2] - As of May 2025, the federal government had paid approximately 6% of the $596 billion in damage costs [2] - Concerns exist regarding the potential elimination of FEMA, particularly for those who have experienced disasters [2][3] - State and local governments may lack sufficient funding to handle disaster recovery without federal assistance [3]