January 29, 2026
New SBA Rule Preempts State and Local Land Use Standards
By News Editor
A new rule allows federal preemption of state and local land-use standards in disaster recovery, raising alarms about overreach and legal challenges.
January 29, 2026
FEMA Review Council Term Extended as Draft Report Proposes Shifts in Disaster Aid
By News Editor
The FEMA Review Council has until March 25 to issue its recommendations to reform and streamline the nation’s emergency management and disaster response system.
December 12, 2025
2026 ASFPM Awards: Call for Nominations
By News Editor
We are now accepting nominations for the 2026 ASFPM Awards. Nominate an exemplary person, project or organization by Feb. 13.
December 10, 2025
Major Rollback to Federal Wetlands Protections Proposed
By News Editor
The proposed rule would drastically narrow the definition of “Waters of the United States” (WOTUS) — the cornerstone for determining which wetlands and waterways receive Clean Water Act (CWA) protections.
December 4, 2025
ASFPM Foundation Announces 2025 Project Awards and Special Partnerships
By News Editor
The ASFPM Foundation unveils 2025 awards and special project partnerships to advance flood mitigation, education, and resilient design.
January 9, 2026
ASFPM Urges EPA and the Corps to Reconsider WOTUS Proposal
By News Editor
The Association argues that the proposed rule could reduce federal—and in many cases state—Clean Water Act protections for 60 to 95 percent of existing mapped wetlands in the U.S.
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