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Major Disaster

A natural catastrophe (like a hurricane, flood, earthquake, or wildfire) or other event, declared by the President, that causes damage severe enough to warrant federal assistance.

Individuals and Households Program

A federal program that provides financial aid and direct services to people in a disaster area whose necessary expenses and serious needs cannot be met through insurance or other means.

Fee Waiver

An official act of excusing someone from paying a required fee.

Critical Document

Important identification or travel papers, such as passports, driver's licenses, or birth certificates, which are essential for daily life and accessing services.

Disaster Recovery Reform Act of 2018

A federal law passed in 2018 that made changes to how the U.S. manages disaster preparedness, response, and recovery efforts.

U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS)

The government agency that oversees lawful immigration to the United States, including processing applications for green cards, citizenship, and various visas.

Department of State