Disaster Assistance: Information on the Cost-Effectiveness of Hazard Mitigation Projects

T-RCED-99-106 Published: Mar 04, 1999. Publicly Released: Mar 04, 1999.

Highlights

Pursuant to a congressional request, GAO discussed how the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) ensures the cost-effectiveness of projects funded under the Hazard Mitigation Grant Program.

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Economic Development

Cost effectiveness analysisDisaster relief aidEarthquakesEmergency managementEmergency preparednessFederal aid to statesFlood insuranceFloodsRelief agenciesHazard mitigation