Declaration of the Stafford Act triggers what type (source) of assistance?

• A. Local
• B. Private
• C. Federal
• D. State

Answer: (C)

When the Stafford Act is invoked, the source of assistance becomes federal. The President can issue an emergency or major disaster declaration, which activates federal aid delivered primarily through FEMA to supplement state and local capabilities. This federal support helps with emergency response, recovery, and, if needed, long‑term rebuilding, and it is coordinated with state and local authorities. The act is the primary mechanism that brings in federal resources, rather than relying on local, private, or solely state resources.