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FEMA Changing Rules That Have Historically Deprived African Americans of Crucial Aid
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FEMA Changing Rules That Have Historically Deprived African Americans of Crucial Aid

Stacy M. Brown, NNPA Newswire Senior National CorrespondentNovember 11, 2021

As floodwaters and the after-effects of Hurricane Ida ravaged Louisiana, Mississippi, and eventually wreaked havoc in the northeast, FEMA officials announced that there will be significant changes in how they verify the ownership status of disaster relief applicants, noting that the objective in making the changes is to better assist applicants whose property was inherited without a will.

HBCU Grad Marcus Coleman Appointed to DHS Position
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HBCU Grad Marcus Coleman Appointed to DHS Position

Stacy M. Brown, NNPA Newswire Senior National CorrespondentAugust 5, 2021

Coleman leads at the intersection of religious affairs, community capacity building, public-private partnerships, and crisis management to help people before, during, and after disasters.

Mothers In Action, LA Urban League, Brotherhood Crusade, And FEMA Surpass 10,000 Vaccinations Along Crenshaw Corridor
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Mothers In Action, LA Urban League, Brotherhood Crusade, And FEMA Surpass 10,000 Vaccinations Along Crenshaw Corridor

Danny J. Bakewell, Jr. – Executive EditorApril 8, 2021

The Johnson & Johnson vaccine is a one dose vaccination, so all 10,000 participants are now fully vaccinated.  Tracy Mitchell, president of Mothers in Action, said “I want to thank the Mothers In Action’s village of volunteers that have staffed the site from day one, and who have committed to continue supporting this effort until April 10, when the site closes.”

Biden: States Should Open Vaccinations to All Adults by May 1
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Biden: States Should Open Vaccinations to All Adults by May 1

Stacy M. Brown, NNPA Newswire Senior National CorrespondentMarch 17, 2021

More than 529,000 Americans have died since the pandemic began, and nearly 30 million have contracted the virus. “We all lost something,” the President declared. “A collective suffering, a collective sacrifice, a year filled with the loss of life. In the loss, we saw how much there was to gain. An appreciation, respect and gratitude,” he uttered. Within his first hours in office, President Biden launched a comprehensive strategy to defeat the pandemic. He noted that in the seven weeks since, the Administration has delivered more than 81 million vaccinations and more people can visit their loved ones again.

California State Governor Gavin Newsom Visits Kendren Hospital
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California State Governor Gavin Newsom Visits Kendren Hospital

Betti Halsell Contributing WriterFebruary 18, 2021

California State Governor Gavin Newsom visited the vaccine distribution center found at the Kendren Hospital in Los Angeles, CA. Observing their protocols, the governor highlighted its success and stated that there should be hundreds more replicated, but in the current vulnerability of the state, every county is facing a different saturation of challenges that Newsom is looking to face head on.

African Americans Still Facing Higher COVID-19 Related Death Rate
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African Americans Still Facing Higher COVID-19 Related Death Rate

Betti Halsell Contributing WriterApril 30, 2020

Los Angeles Mayor Garcetti is interested in forming a Task force prioritizing Underserved communities. Monday, April 27, the City of Los Angeles heard from its Mayor, Eric Garcetti, as he shared the latest news surrounding the COVID-19 outbreak in L.A. and the surrounding areas. Mayor Garcetti addressed many concerns, such as the time expectancy Los Angeles will re-open the economy and on the higher death rate found in African American Communities.   Mayor Garcetti reviewed the updated data surrounding COVID-19; he reiterated the significance of testing and how they guide the course of his decisions.  He provided principles that align

Harris Outlines Priorities for Third Coronavirus Response Package
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Harris Outlines Priorities for Third Coronavirus Response Package

Sentinel News ServiceMarch 20, 2020

U.S. Senator Kamala D. Harris (D-CA) on Wednesday laid out her priorities for the Senate’s third legislative package in response to the outbreak of the coronavirus in the United States. As the legislation takes shape, Harris will fight for five main priorities on behalf of working families in California and across the country: direct, monthly cash assistance and consumer protection; support for workers and small businesses; expanded access to emergency assistance through FEMA; DHS prioritizing public health; and fair treatment of tribes and territories.

Harris Introduces Comprehensive Legislation to Protect Communities from Growing Threat of Wildfires
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Harris Introduces Comprehensive Legislation to Protect Communities from Growing Threat of Wildfires

Sentinel News ServiceNovember 15, 2019

U.S. Senator Kamala D. Harris (D-CA) on Friday announced the Wildfire Defense Act, comprehensive legislation to help communities—especially in California—implement science-based methods for mitigating wildfire damage and defending life and property. Harris’ bill would provide local communities with up to $10 million dollars to implement a Community Wildfire Defense Plan to ensure they are resilient in the face of the growing wildfire threat before disaster strikes.  

Commissioner Parvenu Passes the Baton to a New Wave of Leaders
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Commissioner Parvenu Passes the Baton to a New Wave of Leaders

Kimberlee Buck, Contributing WriterAugust 8, 2019

For the past nine years, the Citizens Redistricting Commission has overseen the drawing of electoral boundaries for the State Senate, Assembly, and State Board of Equalization. The commission was created after the passing of the 2008 Voters FIRST Act that was approved by voters who wanted to create a fair California.