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The Federal Communications Commission has temporarily waived certain eligibility rules to ensure that people receiving federal disaster assistance due to the Maui fires can easily apply for and enroll in Lifeline, a federal program that helps lower the cost of phone and internet service for those in need.
Attorney Charles Greenfield joins producer/host Coralie Chun Matayoshi to discuss FEMA assistance to individuals impacted by the recent wildfires including housing (e.g. rent, lodging, home repair/replacement) and other expenses (e.g. personal property, medical/dental, transportation, cleaning/removal, child care, funeral), Small Business Administration (SBA) loans for businesses and individuals, and the process for applying for and appealing FEMA and SBA decisions.
For Maui residents who were affected by the wildfires that began on Aug. 8, FEMA has answers to frequently asked questions.
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