President Trump approves New Jersey's Disaster Declaration amid coronavirus pandemic

President Donald Trump has approved New Jersey's Disaster Declaration because of the coronavirus pandemic.

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The action makes federal funding available for crisis counseling for affected individuals in all areas in the state.

 

Federal funding is also available to state, tribal, and eligible local governments and certain private nonprofit organizations for emergency protective measures, including direct federal assistance, for all areas impacted.