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Washington Watch: May 21, 2026

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📌 AFG, SAFER, and FP&S Grant Programs Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) is now OPEN! Applications for all three grant programs are currently open and will be closing on June 22nd. See article below for more information.

📌 National Fire Academy Resumes In-Person Emergency Management Trainings. The National Fire Academy is looking to fill classes beginning as early as May 24th. To view class openings and to apply, visit the NETC Online Admissions application website today!

📌 Acting FEMA Administrator Replaced. Karen Evans, who had led FEMA since December of 2025, was relieved of her duties last week and has been replaced by Robert Fenton, a 30-year FEMA veteran. This marks the third time the FEMA acting administrator has been replaced since the beginning of 2021. Mr. Fenton is expected to hold the position of acting administrator until Cameron Hamilton receives his Senate confirmation for the role.

 

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