Lee Zeldin on California Permitting and Federal Disaster Response

Federal Response to California Disasters

• ⚡ President Trump initiated immediate action upon entering office, signing an executive order for EPA to complete hazardous material removal within 30 days.
• 🛠️ This rapid response, termed "Trump speed," allowed the Army Corps to finish debris removal in under 30 days, countering initial skepticism.
• 💰 The SBA provided significant disaster loan money, with billions allocated to residents and businesses affected by last year's events.

Addressing Permitting Delays

• 🎯 Lee Zeldin highlighted the frustration of Los Angeles residents a year after the disaster, emphasizing that rebuilding is still stalled.
• ⚠️ Zeldin conveyed President Trump's message to local leadership: expedite permit approvals or face consequences, including potential firings.
• 💡 The administration is pushing for permits to be processed swiftly, suggesting drastic measures like flipping tables if necessary to overcome bureaucratic hurdles.

Proposed Incentives for Rebuilding

• 🏠 Zeldin suggested offering residents who lost their homes a 10% bonus to build their houses, potentially allowing for slightly larger structures.
• 📈 This proposal aims to acknowledge the immense suffering and long wait times experienced by those affected by the disaster.