TITLE 290 DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY

Under IC 4-22-2-23, the Department of Homeland Security intends to adopt a rule concerning the following:

OVERVIEW: Amends 290 IAC 1-1-1 through 290 IAC 1-1-6. Adds 290 IAC 1-1-0.5, 290 IAC 1-1-2.5, 290 IAC 1-1-7, and 290 IAC 1-2. Replaces the Emergency Administrative Rule which is currently in effect. Effective 30 days after filing with the Publisher. The new rule is for the individual assistance program. The intent of the proposed rule is to clarify and provide guidance concerning the post-disaster process by which an eligible entity may make a claim for assistance under the State Disaster Relief Act. The scope of the proposed rule includes assistance, in response to a disaster, to Indiana cities, counties, towns and townships and to individuals. The rule describes application procedures, award decision making, eligibility requirements, and an auditing process. Statutory authority: IC 10-14-4-11.

For purposes of IC 4-22-2-28.1, the Small Business Regulatory Coordinator for this rule is:

George C. Thompson

Indiana Department of Homeland Security

Indiana Government Center South

402 West Washington Street, Room W246

Indianapolis, Indiana 46204

(317) 232-3497

gthompson@dhs.in.gov

For purposes of IC 4-22-2-28.1, the Small Business Ombudsman designated by IC 5-28-17-5 is:

Ryan Asberry

Indiana Economic Development Corporation

One North Capitol, Suite 700

Indianapolis, Indiana 46204

(317) 232-8962

smallbizombudsman@iedc.in.gov

Resources available to regulated entities through the small business ombudsman include the ombudsman's duties stated in IC 5-28-17-5, specifically IC 5-28-17-5(9), investigating and attempting to resolve any matter regarding compliance by a small business with a law, rule, or policy administered by a state agency, either as a party to a proceeding or as a mediator.

DIN: 20100721-IR-290100481NIA

Composed: May 04,2024 5:20:35AM EDT

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