Code of Virginia Authority

Authority given to VDEM under the Code of Virginia

Declare State of Emergency*

Control and Regulate Resources*

Direct Mandatory Evacuation

Commit State Resources

Expend ‘Sum Sufficient’ Monies

Suspend Normal Procurement Procedures*

Request Federal Assistance

Pre-Delegation of Authority

All Actions Necessary for Protection of Public

Virginia Department of Emergency Management

Leading the Commonwealth's efforts in preparedness, response, recovery, and mitigation — 24 / 7 / 365.

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