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FEMA is ending door-to-door canvassing in disaster areas

Last updated: May 11, 2025 6:55 am
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The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is implementing significant changes in its disaster response protocols for the upcoming hurricane and wildfire season. One of the key reforms includes ending federal door-to-door canvassing of survivors in disaster areas, as revealed in a memo dated May 2.

The memo, addressed to regional FEMA leaders from Cameron Hamilton, a senior official performing the duties of the administrator, outlines five key reforms that FEMA will be implementing. Under the first reform, titled “Prioritize Survivor Assistance at Fixed Facilities,” FEMA will discontinue unaccompanied door-to-door canvassing in order to focus survivor outreach and assistance registration capabilities in more targeted venues. This change aims to improve access to those in need and increase collaboration with state, local, tribal, and territorial partners as well as nonprofit service providers.

For years, FEMA has deployed staff to conduct door-to-door canvassing in disaster areas to interact directly with survivors in their homes, providing information on FEMA aid application processes and assisting them in registering for federal aid. This approach, often referred to as FEMA’s “boots on the ground,” has been instrumental in reaching vulnerable communities, especially those who may be elderly, have disabilities, lack transportation, or are unable to access Disaster Recovery Centers.

However, the decision to end door-to-door canvassing has raised concerns among FEMA workers and emergency management experts. Some fear that this change will severely hamper their ability to reach vulnerable populations, as door-to-door outreach has been crucial in ensuring that all survivors receive information about recovery resources. Todd DeVoe, the emergency management coordinator for the city of Inglewood, California, emphasized the importance of door-to-door outreach, especially in critically-hit areas where traditional communication methods may not be as effective.

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The decision to end door-to-door canvassing gained attention last year during Hurricane Milton when an agency whistleblower reported that FEMA workers were instructed to avoid approaching homes with Trump yard signs. This incident led to allegations of discrimination and subsequent firings within FEMA. The controversy surrounding door-to-door canvassing made its way into the White House’s 2026 budget, which criticized “woke FEMA grant programs” and proposed cutting funds from non-disaster FEMA programs.

Despite the controversy and criticism, FEMA has not provided a clear rationale for ending the door-to-door canvassing process in the memo. The agency’s focus on prioritizing survivor assistance at fixed facilities may indicate a shift towards more targeted and efficient methods of reaching disaster-affected communities. Only time will tell how these changes will impact FEMA’s disaster response efforts in the upcoming season. FEMA has recently announced the deployment of door-to-door canvassing teams in states with federal disaster declarations approved under the Trump administration. A press release from March highlighted the agency’s efforts in West Virginia following severe storms in February.

The memo comes amidst a challenging time for FEMA as it gears up for disaster season. Reports have surfaced indicating that the agency could face staff cuts of around 20 percent due to buyouts linked to Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency. Additionally, the administration has halted allocations for a vital hazard-mitigation program and ended a significant climate-adaptation program.

The memo outlines various reforms aimed at streamlining operations and emphasizing the role of state and local partners in disaster response. FEMA is directed to prioritize assistance from other partners over federal aid and to rely on local- and state-run recovery centers rather than federally-run ones. The agency aims to respect the leadership of states, territories, and Tribal Nations in disaster response, emphasizing that FEMA does not act alone.

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One significant change highlighted in the memo is the shift of responsibilities for surveying survivors door-to-door to local and state responders. With federal programs and grants facing cuts, these groups may struggle to allocate resources for this crucial task. Concerns have been raised about the ability of smaller states to cope with the increased responsibilities and decreased federal support.

While larger states like California, New York, Massachusetts, Florida, Washington, Oregon, and Texas may fare better, the impact on smaller states remains uncertain. The redistribution of responsibilities from FEMA to local responders raises questions about budget constraints and manpower availability in the face of ongoing cuts to federal programs.

Overall, the memo underscores the importance of collaboration and support from all levels of government in disaster response. FEMA’s efforts to empower state and local partners in disaster recovery highlight the agency’s commitment to working alongside communities to build resilience and mitigate the impact of disasters.

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