FEMA Rescinds Strategic Plan, Raising Disaster Concerns | JQJO

FEMA's acting administrator, David Richardson, rescinded the agency's 2022-2026 strategic plan, citing its disconnect from FEMA's mission. A new plan is expected this summer. This decision, described by a FEMA official as removing the agency's "organizational backbone," eliminates the Office of Resilience Strategy, raising concerns about preparedness for future disasters. The move follows internal assessments highlighting FEMA's unreadiness for hurricane season due to transformation, staffing shortages, and coordination issues. The rescission comes amidst ongoing debate about FEMA's role and structure.