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Rebuild Puerto Rico: A Guide to Federal Policy and Advocacy
The Center for Puerto Rican Studies launched Rebuild Puerto Rico as an online information clearinghouse for the stateside Puerto Rican community and other allies to support disaster relief and recovery efforts. There is a need to connect Puerto Rico’s civic sector with Puerto Ricans in the diaspora...
Post-Hurricane Maria: Transitional Shelter Assistance (TSA) & Other Housing Assistance
The Federal Emergency Management Agency’s Transitional Shelter Assistance program (TSA) has provided short-term living accommodations for families displaced by Hurricane Maria. However, an upcoming April 20, 2018, eligibility review has created uncertainty for many families still on the program...
How Latest Federal Appropriations for Disaster Relief Help Puerto Rico
After passing both the US House and Senate, the third in a series of supplemental appropriations for disaster relief was signed by the President on February 9, 2018, the same day a funding gap had led to a brief government shutdown during the morning hours. This latest bill provides up to $89.4...
Policy Recommendations for a Long-Term Disaster Recovery Package
Largely due to the slow pace of its disaster relief efforts in Puerto Rico, the Trump Administration’s response to Hurricane Maria has been heavily criticized. More than a month after the storm devastated the island, 62% of the inhabitants lack power and 20% of the island is without running water...
The Board approves $1 billion for response
The federal entity authorizes the government to reallocate money from the current budget to respond to the devastation caused by Hurricane Maria
$1B OK'd for Puerto Rico hurricane aid, but governor says he'll seek more
Residents evacuate after the passing of Hurricane Maria, in Toa Baja, Puerto Rico, Friday, September 22, 2017. Because of the heavy rains brought ...

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