Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA) Role

The BIA can support tribal participation in the Public Assistance program by:

  • Providing FEMA-trained inspectors to serve on PDA teams.
  • Identifying BIA roads and facilities, as well as tribal authorities who may advise on sacred and cultural sites.

Click on this link to learn more about assistance from BIA.

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