Missouri Disaster Management Shifts: Justin Petersen Takes Helm

2026-19856, Notice of Award Amount Adjustment for Serious Needs Assistance

Starting October 1, 2025, FEMA is raising the Serious Needs Assistance award to $790 for people affected by emergencies or major disasters. This change helps cover more costs due to rising prices and applies to disasters declared on or after that date. If you qualify, expect a bit more help when disaster strikes!

2026-19858, Notice of Adjustment of Countywide Per Capita Impact Indicator

FEMA is raising the countywide per person damage indicator to $4.86 for disasters starting on or after October 1, 2025. This change helps decide how much aid counties get after big disasters, reflecting a 2.9% rise in living costs. If your county faces a major disaster after that date, expect updated funding calculations based on this new number.

2026-19855, Notice of Adjustment of Statewide per Capita Impact Indicator

FEMA just raised the statewide per person impact amount to $1.94 for disasters starting on or after October 1, 2025. This change helps make sure disaster aid keeps up with rising costs, thanks to a 2.9% bump in the Consumer Price Index. If you’re involved in disaster recovery, this means more accurate funding for your community’s needs.

2026-19859, Notice of Adjustment of Minimum Project Worksheet Amount

FEMA is raising the minimum amount for disaster project approvals to $4,100 starting October 1, 2025. This change affects anyone applying for disaster aid after that date and reflects a 2.9% cost increase based on inflation. If you’re involved in disaster recovery, this means bigger projects need to meet the new minimum to get funding.

2026-19898, Notice of Adjustment of Disaster Grant Amounts

Starting October 1, 2025, FEMA is raising the cutoff for Small Project disaster grants to $1,093,800. This means state, tribal, local governments, and nonprofits can get more money for smaller disaster repairs thanks to a 2.9% cost increase adjustment. If you’re involved in disaster recovery, this change helps you get the right funding faster and easier!

2026-19857, Notices of Emergency and Major Disaster Declarations and Related Amendments

From March to August 2026, the President declared emergencies and major disasters affecting various states and tribes, unlocking federal help and funding. These updates also include changes to past disaster declarations dating back to 2018, ensuring communities get the support they need. If you live in an affected area, expect new assistance programs and important deadlines to help recovery efforts.

Previous: 2026-08868, Missouri; Amendment No. 5 to Notice of a Major Disaster Declaration

Missouri’s disaster response just got a leadership update! Catherine R. Sanders is now the Federal Coordinating Officer, taking over from Constance C. Johnson-Cage. This change, effective October 24, 2025, keeps disaster aid flowing smoothly for folks affected by the major disaster declared last year.

Next: 2026-08870, Kentucky; Amendment No. 3 to Notice of a Major Disaster Declaration

Kentucky’s disaster response just got a new leader! E. Craig Levy, Sr. is now the Federal Coordinating Officer, replacing Jeremy Slinker, to help manage recovery efforts after the major disaster declared in May 2025. This change took effect on December 22, 2025, and keeps the flow of important disaster aid programs moving smoothly.