Mr. Graves said in a statement that the legislation addresses complaints from state and local officials and disaster victims that the federal emergency management process "is too slow, complicated, and disconnected from the realities on the ground."
FEMA overhaul gets bipartisan boost in Congress
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Missouri Rep. Sam Graves, chair of the House Transportation Committee, said his panel last week approved a budget proposal that included a $12.5 billion down payment for the overhaul, with more money expected.
Sean Duffy unveils plan for new air traffic control system
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