President Donald J. Trump announced on March 24 the further continuation of the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Review Council, extending its mandate until either ten days after the required report is submitted to the President or May 29, 2026, whichever comes first.
The FEMA Review Council was originally established by Executive Order 14180 in January 2025 and continued by Executive Order 14378 in January 2026. This latest order ensures that the council's work will proceed as planned while allowing for additional time if needed to complete its assessment and submit its report.
Under this new directive, responsibilities assigned to the President under the Federal Advisory Committee Act regarding this council will now be carried out by the Secretary of Homeland Security. These duties are to be performed following regulations and guidelines set forth by the Administrator of General Services.
The order also clarifies that it does not alter any existing legal authority granted to executive departments or agencies, nor does it affect budgetary functions managed by the Director of the Office of Management and Budget. It emphasizes implementation must remain consistent with applicable laws and subject to available appropriations.
Publication costs for this executive order will be covered by the Department of Homeland Security. The document states that no new rights or benefits are created for any party as a result of this action.
