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Stafford Act

A federal law that authorizes the President to provide financial and other assistance to states and local governments to support their response and recovery efforts following disasters and emergencies.

FEMA

The Federal Emergency Management Agency, a U.S. government agency that coordinates the federal government's role in preparing for, preventing, mitigating the effects of, responding to, and recovering from all domestic disasters.

Federal Share

The portion of the total cost of a project or assistance that is paid for by the federal government, often expressed as a percentage.

Cost Share

The division of costs between different parties, in this case, between the federal government and state/local/tribal governments for disaster assistance.

Rulemaking

The process by which federal agencies propose and establish new regulations or modify existing ones, often involving public comment.

Predeployment

The act of moving resources, such as personnel or equipment, to an area in anticipation of an event or emergency before it fully develops or a formal declaration is made.