Also known as: federal disaster declaration, Stafford Act declaration, major disaster declaration
Why declarations matter for shelter buyers
States can only run an HMGP-funded shelter rebate after a presidential declaration in their state. Watch for declarations after a major outbreak — the application window for shelter funding typically opens 6 to 18 months later.
Authority: Stafford Act, FEMA. Last reviewed 2026-06-07.
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