February 14, 2025
FEMA Halts Rule That Protects Against Future Floods
By News Editor
We already know what the cycle of flood-rebuild-repeat looks like. This means that billions of dollars in disaster aid will be wasted and people will be put in harm’s way.
January 8, 2025
FEMA Announces $1.35 Billion in BRIC, FMA Funding for FY2024
By News Editor
New restrictions for this cycle of funding will help “ensure a more diverse distribution” of grants across the U.S., the agency said.
January 7, 2025
FEMA Releases Updated Public Assistance Guide with Streamlined Processes and Resilience Focus
By News Editor
The latest PA guide, which brings enhanced focus on resilience measures, is effective for disasters declared on or after Jan. 6, 2025.
December 6, 2024
FEMA Provides Additional Swift Current Funding Following Hurricanes
By News Editor
An additional $200 million in funding is available for states recently affected by major flood events like Helene and Milton.
December 5, 2024
FEMA Launches DIY Quoting Tool for Flood Insurance
By News Editor
The new Direct-to-Consumer (D2C) online quoting tool lets users generate flood insurance quotes in just minutes.
November 18, 2024
NFIP Monthly Payment Plan Rolling Out
By News Editor
The new option, which becomes effective Dec. 31, 2024, aims to improve affordability and boost policyholder retention.
October 9, 2024
FEMA Chief Decries Rumors, Disinformation About Hurricane Recovery As Worst Ever
By Jennifer Shutt
The rumors and inaccurate information about FEMA’s response and recovery efforts are “creating fear in some” people who are trying to navigate through the hurricane recovery process, Criswell said.
October 4, 2024
Prepare Now for FEMA’s FY 2024 Flood Mitigation Assistance Grant Cycle
By News Editor
See what’s new for the FY24 grant cycle where $600M is available.
September 27, 2024
FEMA Announces FY2023 Flood Mitigation Assistance Selections
By News Editor
This year marks the 30th anniversary of the FMA program, which saw record funding requests.
September 17, 2024
Safeguarding Tomorrow Revolving Loan Fund Program FY2024 Selections
By News Editor
A combined $150 million in capitalization grants will help communities reduce vulnerability to natural hazards.