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Mullin Rescinds Approval Rule to Boost FEMA Aid Efficiency

4/2/2026

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Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin rescinded a rule requiring his personal approval for DHS expenditures over $100,000, a policy implemented by former Secretary Kristi Noem.
Critics, including emergency management officials, said the rule hindered FEMA's disaster response and delayed more than 1,000 contracts.
The move aims to streamline contracting and improve aid allocation, though effects may come after the ongoing DHS shutdown.

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Story summary

Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin rescinded a rule requiring his personal approval for DHS expenditures over $100,000, a policy implemented by former Secretary Kristi Noem.
Critics, including emergency management officials, said the rule hindered FEMA's disaster response and delayed more than 1,000 contracts.
The move aims to streamline contracting and improve aid allocation, though effects may come after the ongoing DHS shutdown.