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US Jewish groups urge synagogues: Apply for security grants

Major Jewish groups urge synagogues to seek federal security grants despite Trump’s terms.

Trump ties federal aid to stance on Israeli boycotts

The Trump administration announces that states and cities that participate in boycotting Israeli companies will be denied federal aid for natural disaster preparedness.

Amid rising antisemitism threat:

FEMA unfreezes Jewish security grants

Federal security grants to synagogues are resuming after two-month Trump freeze.

Biden: 'Our entire country hurts with the people of Florida'

President Biden meets wth FEMA officials to give an update on the damage Hurricane Ian has done to Florida.

House passes bill allowing disaster funds for houses of worship

House of Representatives approves bill allowing 'houses of worship' to receive emergency funds, 'ending unconstitutional discrimination.'

US synagogues to receive federal disaster relief?

Orthodox Union applauds House Committee’s unanimous passage of Disaster Relief Bill compelling FEMA fairness for houses of worship.

Trump gives hope to Jewish push for FEMA aid to houses of prayer

White House signals it is prepared to dump Obama-era opposition to providing emergency protections to churches, synagogues.

FEMA exposed hundreds to potentially fatal toxin

The Federal Emergency Management Agency acknowledges that hundreds of Ohio emergency responders were exposed to a potentially fatal toxin.

Congress Approves Hurricane Relief for Religious Nonprofits

Congress has overwhelmingly passed a bill to force FEMA to help houses of worship with disaster assistance in the wake of Hurricane Sandy.