Presidential Major Disaster Declaration Amendment for Mississippi and Mississippi Band of Choctaw Indians (Public Assistance Only)

This notice amends the original Presidential major disaster declaration FEMA-4899-DR, issued on February 6, 2026, for the State of Mississippi and the Mississippi Band of Choctaw Indians. The declaration was triggered by a severe winter storm that caused significant damage to public infrastructure and facilities across the affected areas. The amendment modifies or expands certain provisions of the original declaration, which was limited to Public Assistance only — meaning federal funds are directed toward government entities and eligible nonprofit organizations for debris removal, emergency protective measures, and restoration of damaged infrastructure, rather than individual households. Under the Public Assistance program, FEMA reimburses state and local governments, tribal governments such as the Mississippi Band of Choctaw Indians, and certain nonprofits for costs incurred during disaster response and recovery. This amendment may add eligible counties, adjust cost-sharing provisions, or extend the period of assistance. The inclusion of the Mississippi Band of Choctaw Indians as a co-declarant reflects the tribal government's status as a sovereign entity eligible to receive federal disaster assistance directly, enabling the tribe to access FEMA Public Assistance funds independently of the state government.

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