FEMA Grant Management & Federal Assistance Flashcards

Which FEMA grant program provides funds to states and territories to enhance capabilities for all-hazards preparedness?

Answer: Homeland Security Grant Program (HSGP)

The Homeland Security Grant Program (HSGP) funds state and local efforts to build, sustain, and deliver core capabilities across the prevention, protection, mitigation, response, and recovery mission areas.

What is the primary purpose of the Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP)?

Answer: To reduce future disaster losses by funding mitigation projects after a presidential disaster declaration

HMGP is triggered by a major disaster declaration and funds long-term hazard mitigation measures to reduce future losses.

Under the Stafford Act, what percentage of estimated total disaster assistance typically triggers the availability of HMGP funds to a state?

Answer: 15 percent

Under the Stafford Act, HMGP funding is calculated at up to 15 percent of the total estimated federal assistance provided under the disaster declaration.

What document must a state or territory have approved by FEMA in order to receive Hazard Mitigation Grant Program funds?

Answer: State Hazard Mitigation Plan

A FEMA-approved State Hazard Mitigation Plan is a prerequisite for receiving HMGP funds under the Disaster Mitigation Act of 2000.

Which FEMA program provides supplemental funds to states for administering and enhancing emergency management programs?

Answer: Emergency Management Performance Grant (EMPG)

The Emergency Management Performance Grant (EMPG) supports state and local governments in developing and maintaining comprehensive emergency management programs.

What is the non-federal cost share requirement for most FEMA Hazard Mitigation Grant Program projects?

Answer: 25 percent non-federal

HMGP generally requires a 75/25 federal-to-non-federal cost share, meaning subrecipients must provide at least 25 percent of project costs.