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CHMS Funding & Grant Management Flashcards

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  1. Which document is required to be current and FEMA-approved for a local government to receive hazard mitigation grant funding?

    Answer: An approved Local Hazard Mitigation Plan (LHMP)

    Per the Disaster Mitigation Act of 2000, local governments must have a FEMA-approved LHMP to be eligible to receive HMGP and other mitigation grant funds.

  2. What is the typical performance period (time to complete the project) for HMGP-funded projects?

    Answer: 36 months (3 years)

    HMGP projects are typically awarded a 36-month performance period from the date of obligation, though extensions may be granted.

  3. What is the purpose of conducting an environmental review under NEPA for FEMA-funded mitigation projects?

    Answer: To assess potential environmental impacts and ensure compliance before federal funding is approved

    NEPA review is a federal requirement ensuring that environmental impacts are identified and addressed before FEMA obligates grant funds.

  4. Which FEMA grant program specifically targets mitigation of severe repetitive loss (SRL) properties under the NFIP?

    Answer: Flood Mitigation Assistance (FMA) — Severe Repetitive Loss subgrant

    FMA has a specific sub-grant tier for Severe Repetitive Loss properties, which have had multiple significant flood insurance claims.

  5. What is the Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities (BRIC) program designed to replace?

    Answer: The Pre-Disaster Mitigation (PDM) grant program

    BRIC replaced the PDM program in FY2020, offering expanded funding and a broader focus on infrastructure resilience and capability-building.

  6. In grant management, what does 'drawdown' refer to?

    Answer: Requesting reimbursement or payment of awarded grant funds from FEMA

    Drawdown is the process by which grant recipients request and receive payment of obligated federal grant funds through FEMA's grants management system.