Twenty mostly Democratic-led states initiated a lawsuit to prevent the Trump administration from ending the Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities program. The lawsuit contends that the Federal Emergency Management Agency (Fema) acted unlawfully by terminating the program, which was approved and funded by Congress. The BRIC program, designed to fund infrastructure projects that enhance disaster resilience, has allocated approximately $4.5 billion over four years. Bipartisan lawmakers have urged the reinstatement of the program, citing its importance for vulnerable communities affected by natural disasters.
The lawsuit, filed by 20 Democratic-led states, claims that the Trump administration unlawfully terminated the BRIC program, which had approval and funding from Congress.
Fema's decision to cancel the Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities program violated core separation of powers principles according to the states involved in the lawsuit.
The BRIC program was created in 2018 and covers up to 75% of costs for infrastructure projects to help communities prepare for natural disasters, significantly aiding rural areas.
A bipartisan group of lawmakers has urged Fema to reinstate the grants, emphasizing their importance for rural and tribal communities impacted by natural disasters.
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