Federal Aid Programs for The State Of South Carolina

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September 17, 2018
Following is a summary of key federal disaster aid programs that can be made available as needed and warranted under President Donald J. Trump's disaster declaration issued for the state of South Carolina.

Assistance for the State, Tribal, and Affected Local Governments Can Include as Required
  • Payment of not less than 75 percent of the eligible costs for emergency protective measures taken to save lives and protect property and public health. Emergency protective measures assistance (Category B), including direct federal assistance is available to state, tribal and eligible local governments on a cost-sharing basis (Source: FEMA funded, state administered)
  • Payment of not more than 75 percent of the approved costs for hazard mitigation projects undertaken by state, tribal, and local governments to prevent or reduce long-term risk to life and property from natural or technological disasters. (Source: FEMA funded, state administered) 
How to Apply for Assistance
Application procedures for state, tribal and local governments will be explained at a series of applicant briefings with locations to be announced in the affected area by recovery officials. Approved projects are paid through the state from funding provided by FEMA and other participating federal agencies.
 
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