What is the breakdown of the temporary housing contracts awarded by FEMA in response to Hurricane Katrina/Rita?
Of the $8.8 billion in contracts awarded by FEMA as result of Katrina and Rita, $1.9 billion was awarded to contractors from the four affected states – Alabama, Louisiana, Mississippi and Texas, accounting ‘ for approximately 22 percent of the Agency’s spending for Katrina and Rita requirements. FEMA has provided over $33 billion to the Gulf Coast states in the last two years to assist in recovery efforts.
