1995 – State Programs Face Challenges

A survey of states by the ASFPM describes trends since 1992 that have reversed some of the continuous advances made since the late 1960s. According to the survey, state programs face challenges in budget, organization, and authority that threaten their ability to be full, active partners with the federal government and local communities in reducing flood losses. The report concludes that states’ capabilities have eroded because of legislative dilution, budgetary restrictions, and organizational dissection.