FEMA: To Give or Not to Give?

FEMA (the Federal Emergency Management Agency) is asking for thousands of Americans who were victims of natural disasters to return more than $22 million in disaster relief aid. FEMA is claiming that it mistakenly made payments to many people who were ineligible to receive aid, and is required by law to recover improperly spent money. Problem is that many of the people helped, spent the money years ago. The Associated Press obtained documents that show FEMA is seeking payments from over 5,500 people who were affected by 129 separate disasters since 2005, including floods, tornados, hurricanes, and others from Arkansas to American Samoa. FEMA states that they are still reviewing records and more payments could be requested, including from victims of Hurricane Katrina. This news is less than savory coming on the heels of one of the largest tornado outbreaks since 1974. It is also being said that many victims of the recent tornado outbreak and subsequent flooding resulting from the many days of rain that accompanied them, are now being denied aid. Not to mention the many organizations and individuals that are helping aid the displaced pets and animals are being denied financial assistance as well. Reports also show that there are still several hundreds of American citizens displaced by Hurricane Katrina that remain homeless, and without aid. Should FEMA be asking for these monies back, or should they move on and continue to help those that remain in need? What are your thoughts on this matter? We’d love to know your opinion!!!!

MistyMarie
TheTruthSyndicate

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