Mississippi Disaster Phase Ends, Aid Pipeline Opens Up
Published Date: 5/6/2026
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Summary
Mississippi’s emergency disaster declaration got an important update! The official emergency period ended on January 27, 2026, which means the state can now access specific federal funds to help with recovery, housing, and more. This change helps folks affected by the disaster get the support they need faster and clearer.
Analyzed Economic Effects
2 provisions identified: 1 benefits, 0 costs, 1 mixed.
Federal Disaster Funds Available to Mississippi
The notice authorizes Mississippi to use specific federal disaster assistance programs for FEMA-3640-EM. The listed Catalog of Federal Domestic Assistance (CFDA) numbers to be used for reporting and drawing funds are: 97.030 (Community Disaster Loans); 97.031 (Cora Brown Fund); 97.032 (Crisis Counseling); 97.033 (Disaster Legal Services); 97.034 (Disaster Unemployment Assistance); 97.046 (Fire Management Assistance Grant); 97.048 (Disaster Housing Assistance to Individuals and Households); 97.049 (Disaster Housing Operations for Individuals and Households); 97.050 (Presidentially Declared Disaster Assistance to Individuals and Households—Other Needs); 97.036 (Disaster Grants—Public Assistance); and 97.039 (Hazard Mitigation Grant).
Incident Period Closed January 27, 2026
The amendment states the incident period for this emergency is closed effective January 27, 2026. This formal closure is recorded in the notice issued February 13, 2026.
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Previous / Next Documents
Previous: 2026-08849, Mississippi; Amendment No. 1 to Notice of an Emergency Declaration
Mississippi’s emergency declaration just got an upgrade! Now, all 82 counties plus the Mississippi Band of Choctaw Indians can get reimbursed for emergency protective actions after the January 2026 disaster. This means more help and money flowing faster to keep folks safe and recover stronger.
Next: 2026-08851, Mississippi; Emergency and Related Determinations
A big winter storm hit Mississippi starting January 23, 2026, causing serious damage. The President declared an emergency on January 24, so FEMA can help cover 75% of the cleanup and safety costs. This means quicker aid and support for people and communities affected by the storm.