Regulations are Federal rules with the force and effect of law that implement a statute based on a Federal agency’s interpretation of that statute.48 FEMA and any entity receiving PA assistance must comply with all applicable Federal Regulations.49

FEMA publishes PA Program rules in the following parts of 44 CFR:50

• Part 206 Subpart G, Public Assistance Project Administration;

• Part 206 Subpart H, Public Assistance Eligibility;

• Part 206 Subpart I, Public Assistance Insurance Requirements; and

• Part 207, Management Costs.

The Office of Management and Budget establishes regulations regarding administrative requirements, cost principles, and audit requirements in 2 CFR Part 200, Uniform Administrative Requirements, Cost Principles, and Audit Requirements for Federal Awards.51

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