A new fund, administered by the Federal Emergency Management Agency but directed by the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency. Cyber Recovery Fund disbursement would be triggered by a "cyber state of distress" declaration. The funds could be used for a variety of purposes, including direct assistance to entities through purchases of equipment and services for their rapid response and recovery.
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A new fund, administered by the Federal Emergency Management Agency but directed by the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency. Cyber Recovery Fund disbursement would be triggered by a "cyber state of distress" declaration. The funds could be used for a variety of purposes, including direct assistance to entities through purchases of equipment and services for their rapid response and recovery.
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Election Security Glossary. (2026). Cyber Response And Recovery Fund. In Election Security Glossary. Retrieved August 20, 2026, from https://electionsecurityglossary.com/glossary/cyber-response-and-recovery-fund
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