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CHMS Funding & Grant Management Flashcards

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  1. What is the primary purpose of the Flood Mitigation Assistance (FMA) grant program?

    Answer: Funding projects that reduce or eliminate the long-term risk of flood damage to structures insured under NFIP

    FMA funds mitigation projects specifically targeting NFIP-insured properties to reduce repetitive flood losses and lower program costs.

  2. Under HMGP, which project type generally receives the highest priority for federal funding?

    Answer: Property acquisition (buyouts) in hazard-prone areas

    Property acquisition permanently removes structures from hazard-prone areas, eliminating future losses and is among FEMA's most cost-effective mitigation investments.

  3. What is the maximum HMGP funding available to a state following a major disaster declaration?

    Answer: Up to 15% of total federal disaster assistance estimated for the disaster

    HMGP funding is calculated as up to 15% of the total federal assistance estimate for the disaster (20% for Enhanced Mitigation Plan states).

  4. What qualifies a state for the enhanced 20% HMGP funding level instead of the standard 15%?

    Answer: Having a FEMA-approved Enhanced State Hazard Mitigation Plan

    States with FEMA-approved Enhanced State Hazard Mitigation Plans qualify for the higher 20% HMGP cap, incentivizing stronger planning efforts.

  5. Which federal law authorizes FEMA's Hazard Mitigation Grant Program?

    Answer: Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act

    The Stafford Act (Section 404) is the primary federal law authorizing HMGP and establishing FEMA's authority to provide disaster assistance.

  6. What is the purpose of a 'match waiver' in FEMA hazard mitigation grant programs?

    Answer: To reduce or eliminate the non-federal cost-share requirement for communities with limited financial capacity

    Match waivers help economically disadvantaged communities participate in mitigation programs by reducing or eliminating their required cost-share contribution.