Massachusetts Emergency Management Agency
Data Current as of: 1/26/2010
Web Site:
www.mass.gov/mema
Mission:
The Massachusetts Emergency Management Agency (MEMA) is the state agency responsible for coordinating federal, state, local, voluntary and private resources during emergencies and disasters in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. MEMA provides leadership to develop plans for effective response to all hazards, disasters or threats; trains emergency personnel to protect the public; provides information to the citizenry; and assists individuals, families, businesses and communities to mitigate against, prepare for, respond to and recover from emergencies, both natural and man made.
Governing Laws:
Statutes
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MGL C. 22C S. 64
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Civil defense agency employees; appointment as special officers
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St. 1950 C. 639
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Civil Defense Act
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St. 2000 C. 339
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Interstate Emergency Management Assistance Compact