FEMA To End Funding For Cloth Face Masks For Schools

FEMA announced it will no longer reimburse states for masks in schools, as it's not a direct emergency. Instead, the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) will provide up to 125 million cloth masks for states to distribute to students and teachers. The updated policy takes effect on September 15th.

What did FEMA announce regarding the reimbursement for cloth face masks?

• FEMA will increase funding for masks.

• FEMA will no longer reimburse states for masks.

• FEMA will provide masks directly to schools.

• FEMA will partner with private companies for mask distribution.

When will the updated policy by FEMA go into effect?

• November 5th

• October 10th

• September 15th

• August 1st

Why did FEMA decide not to support schools directly with mask funding?

• FEMA lacks the resources to support schools.

• Masks are not necessary in schools.

• Schools have sufficient funding already.

• Schools are not considered a direct emergency.

Which department will provide cloth masks to states for distribution?

• Department of Health and Human Services

• Department of Homeland Security

• Department of Defense

• Department of Education

How many cloth masks will HHS send to states?

• 75 million

• 100 million

• 50 million

• 125 million