Fact Sheets
Once you apply for FEMA assistance, you should file an insurance claim if you have not yet done so. FEMA may contact you to verify information or complete a home inspection and may refer you to the U.S. Small Business Administration. When FEMA processes your application, you will receive a determination letter, which you can appeal.
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The State and Local Cybersecurity Grant Program (SLCGP) provides funding to eligible state, local, and territorial (SLT) governments to manage and reduce systemic cyber risk, thus improving the security of critical infrastructure and improving the resilience of the services SLT governments provide their community. This document outlines key changes in the program for fiscal year 2023.
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In fiscal year 2023, through the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is providing $374.9 million to address cybersecurity risks and threats to information systems owned, operated by, or on behalf of state, local, tribal and territorial governments.
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In the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, Congress established the State and Local Cybersecurity Grant Program (SLCGP) to “award grants to eligible entities to address cybersecurity risks and cybersecurity threats to information systems owned or operated by, or on behalf of, state, local, or tribal governments.” Within the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS), the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) and the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) are implementing this authority through two grant programs:
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The goal of SLCGP is to assist SLT governments with managing and reducing systemic cyber risk.
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When you apply for disaster assistance, FEMA must verify your identity to ensure you receive the aid you’re eligible for. If FEMA is unable to verify your identity through public records, you may be required to submit additional documents.
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FEMA often refers disaster survivors to the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) to apply for a low-interest disaster loan. Disaster loans are an important part of federal assistance, and can help homeowners, renters, businesses of all sizes and some nonprofits recover.
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The Hermit’s Peak/Calf Canyon Claims Office cautions the community to be aware of misinformation, disinformation and individuals/businesses posing as a Claims Office representative. The Claims Office is aware of recent efforts by fraudsters pretending to be sources of official information regarding the Claims Office and claims process. It is important to be alert to potential scammers and verify sources.
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FEMA Hazard Mitigation Assistance provides funding for eligible activities that reduce or eliminate long-term risk to people and property from future disasters. The application deadlines are approaching for both Hurricane Ian and Hurricane Nicole. The deadline for Hurricane Ian is August 29, 2023 and for Hurricane Nicole is October 20, 2023.
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Vermont homeowners and renters in Caledonia, Chittenden, Lamoille, Orange, Orleans, Rutland, Washington, Windham and Windsor counties who were affected by the severe storms, flooding, landslides and mudslides that occurred beginning July 7, 2023, and continue may be eligible for FEMA grants for personal property losses and other eligible expenses.
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