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FEMA Hermit’s Peak/Calf Canyon Claims Office to Host Two Hiring Fairs in April, May
The FEMA Hermit’s Peak/Calf Canyon Claims Office is hosting two hiring fairs at the end of April and beginning of May for full-time Claims Office staff. The hiring fairs will help fill full-time positions to support the important mission of processing claims and compensating those impacted by the Hermit’s Peak/Calf Canyon Fire.
 Press Release | April 12, 2024

Department of Homeland Security Announces $300 Million in Direct Funding to Communities Receiving Migrants and $340 Million for a New Competitive Awards Process
Today, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), through FEMA and the U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), announced $300 million in grants through the Shelter and Services Program (SSP), which was authorized by Congress to support communities that are providing services to migrants. Two hundred seventy-five million dollars will be distributed in the first allocation, and the remaining $25 million will be allocated later in the year to accommodate evolving operational requirements. The initial funding will be available to 55 grant recipients for temporary shelter and other eligible costs associated with migrants awaiting the outcome of their immigration proceedings. Additionally, DHS is announcing $340.9 million through the Shelter and Services Program-Competitive grant program to be allocated before the end of this fiscal year.
 Press Release | April 12, 2024

Pinellas County Residents Awarded Significant Flood Insurance Discount After Upgrade in Community Rating
Earlier today, FEMA Administrator Deanne Criswell presented Pinellas County, Florida officials a plaque to commemorate their new flood insurance rating.
 Press Release | April 9, 2024

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### Regional Press Contacts

**Region 1**617-551-0631

**Region 2**347-416-3792

**Region 3**215-931-5597

**Region 4**770-220-5292

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**Region 6**940-898-5454

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**Region 8**303-235-4800

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**Region 10**425-487-4610

Last updated April 4, 2024

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