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Executive order · Friday 23 January 2026

Continuance Of The Federal Emergency Management Agency Review Council

FEMA Review Council extended and oversight assigned to Homeland Security Secretary.

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Keeps FEMA’s review council active for another year and clarifies that the Secretary of Homeland Security will manage oversight responsibilities, streamlining council governance.

What the order does ​

  • Extends the Federal Emergency Management Agency Review Council until March 25, 2026.
  • Assigns the Secretary of Homeland Security to perform Presidential oversight functions for the council.
  • Sets the order to take effect January 24, 2026.
  • Directs the Department of Homeland Security to pay publishing costs.

Who it affects ​

  • FEMA Review Council members.
  • Department of Homeland Security leadership.
  • Federal agencies collaborating with the council.

Context ​

The council provides independent review and advice on FEMA operations and improvements.