On February 1, the Governor organizes a summit meeting of state and local officials to review the state‟s level of preparedness to respond to a mass casualty event caused, intentionally or inadvertently, by a chemical, biological, or radiological agent. The Governor says that by the end of the meeting she wants clarification of (1) her authority to declare an emergency; (2) the extent of state resources available for such a response; (3) the help that can be expected from neighboring states; and (4) the help that can be expected from the federal government.
Who can declare an emergency and under what legal authority?
What are the criteria and procedures for requesting emergency response assistance from other state and local jurisdictions?
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