FEMA will fund costs of new equipment if comparable used items are not available within a reasonable time and distance.In the case of the mobile x-ray unit; patient monitors and defibrillators; the Applicant did not demonstrate that used comparable equipment was unavailable. Conversely; the Applicant has demonstrated that a comparable used chemistry analyzer was not available.FEMA may reimburse eligible applicants for the replacement of a facility damaged or destroyed by a disaster in conformity with current applicable codes; specifications and standards. FEMA regulations define “standards” as codes; specifications or standards required for the construction of facilities. Current FEMA policy provides for the replacement of equipment with new items in order to meet applicable consensus standards.

American Recovery and Reinvestment Act; Pub. L. No. 111-5; 123 Stat. 226.PA Guide; at 57.HeadnotesFEMA will fund costs of new equipment if comparable used items are not available within a reasonable time and distance.In the case of the mobile x-ray unit; patient monitors and defibrillators; the Applicant did not demonstrate that used comparable equipment was unavailable. Conversely; the Applicant has demonstrated that a comparable used chemistry analyzer was not available.FEMA may reimburse eligible applicants for the replacement of a facility damaged or destroyed by a disaster in conformity with current applicable codes; specifications and standards. FEMA regulations define “standards” as codes; specifications or standards required for the construction of facilities. Current FEMA policy provides for the replacement of equipment with new items in order to meet applicable consensus standards.