Disaster Relief
/ˈdɪzˌæstər rɪˈlif/
Definitions
- (n.) Legal measures and financial aid provided by government or authorized agencies to individuals and communities affected by disasters.
The government allocated funds specifically for disaster relief to assist those impacted by the hurricane.
- (n.) Statutory frameworks and regulations governing the distribution of assistance and resources following emergencies and catastrophes.
Disaster relief statutes ensure timely and equitable distribution of aid after natural calamities.
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- disaster relief
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Commentary
In legal contexts, disaster relief often implicates statutory authority and administrative procedures for aid distribution, requiring precise definitions to distinguish aid types and eligibility.
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