[Daralundy]

Oh I think I know. If FEMA doesn't sign the contract the state of Louisiana might have to pay the company. Why is FEMA responsible for body removal anyway?

[Calpernia]

Bumping that question.

[Arthur Wildfire! March]

"Why is FEMA responsible for body removal anyway?"

I'll take a wild stab at that: just as military tacticians need to examine what kills troops to minimize future losses, the same with FEMA I would guess. They probably examine bodies to see what killed people, to amass stats and to consider future plans, recommendations, etc.