Author: News Editor

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    March 8, 2024

    ASFPM Releases Strategic Planning Guide for State Floodplain Management Programs

    By News Editor

    This practical guide can help states align their programs with the 10 guiding principles for effective state floodplain management programs.

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    March 5, 2024

    FEMA Accepting Applications for TMAC Appointments

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    TMAC makes recommendations to FEMA on mapping-related issues and activities.

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    March 4, 2024

    2023 ASFPM Impact Report Highlights Accomplishments of Past Year

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    As we reflect on the past year, we are proud of ASFPM’s many accomplishments.

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    March 1, 2024

    It’s Time to Register for the 2024 ASFPM Conference, June 23-27 in Salt Lake City

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    We can’t wait to see you in Salt Lake City for #ASFPM2024! Register now for the best rate.

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    February 9, 2024

    Climate Change Likely to Drive More Floods in Some Parts of the U.S., Fewer in Others

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    Researchers expect increased flooding in the Northeast and Southeast, while flooding will generally decrease in the Southwest and the Northern Great Plains.

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    February 9, 2024

    Welcome New Members – January 2024

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    ASFPM extends a big welcome to these flood risk management professionals who joined the association this past month.

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    February 7, 2024

    FEMA Seeks Comment on Simplified Homeowner Flood Insurance Form

    By News Editor

    The simplified form and proposed endorsements would provide increased options and coverage in a more user-friendly and comprehensible format.

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    February 5, 2024

    Deadline Approaching to Request Free FEMA Help for Mitigation Planning, Project Support 

    By News Editor

    Request free BRIC Direct Technical Assistance from FEMA by Feb. 29.

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    February 5, 2024

    NOAA Releases New Land Cover Data to Boost Coastal Resilience

    By News Editor

    High-resolution land cover data can support many critical applications, such as assessing flood risk, developing predictive models, and understanding land use impacts.

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    February 1, 2024

    North Carolina Adopts Policy to Keep State Buildings Out of the Flood Zone

    By News Editor

    The policy increases elevation requirements for construction in coastal areas and prevents, with narrow exceptions, state-owned construction in 100-year and 500-year floodplains.

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