State-Managed Disaster Relief Act

This bill allows states and tribal governments to opt for a lump sum payment instead of standard FEMA disaster aid for small disasters. Specifically, governors or tribal leaders can request 80% of the estimated damages (capped at $10 million) for disasters eligible under FEMA's Public Assistance Program, bypassing the usual reimbursement process. Funds must be used for recovery by the state or tribe, with no adjustment for actual costs later. States cannot also claim additional aid for the same disaster, and they must report expenses to FEMA. It directly affects state and tribal governments handling small-scale disasters under $10 million in eligible damages.