FEMA helps with COVID Vaccine

The Federal Emergency Management Agency has obligated $68.5 million to the State of Tennessee for costs for the COVID-19 vaccine mission.

The award provides expedited federal funding to reimburse 100% of costs related to the State’s vaccination program for a 90-day period. These costs can include:

• Equipment and supplies needed for storing, handling, and distributing vaccines;

• Personal protective equipment (PPE) for staff and patients;

• Leasing facilities for storing and administering vaccines;

• Additional medical and support staff, including facility infection control measures;

• Emergen...