October 11, 2023
Tribal Hazard Mitigation Planning is the Focus of National Community Planning Month
By News Editor
Over 240 tribal governments have approved hazard mitigation plans. Many of these include creative strategies to meet the tribe’s unique needs
September 28, 2023
Community Disaster Resilient Zone Designations Spark Questions, Concerns
By Mary Bart
State and local data and knowledge is critical to the success of any hazard mitigation program
September 27, 2023
What a Government Shutdown Means for the NFIP
By News Editor
A government shutdown would significantly impact the NFIP as it would not be allowed to enter into any flood insurance contracts.
September 12, 2023
FEMA Selects First Recipients to Administer Resilience Revolving Loan Fund
By News Editor
Seven states and DC will receive a combined $50 million in capitalization grants to help communities reduce vulnerability to natural hazards and disasters.
September 5, 2023
More States to Receive BRIC, FMA Funding
By News Editor
The historic level of funding ensured all 10 FEMA regions will receive funding, including 23 states that have never before received competitive BRIC funding.
August 29, 2023
FEMA Announces Implementation of Immediate Needs Funding
By News Editor
With a depleted Disaster Relief Fund, FEMA says the current disaster environment make it necessary to implement INF immediately. Here’s what it means.
August 14, 2023
GAO Analysis of Risk Rating 2.0 Identifies Areas for Improvement
By Mary Bart
ASFPM is particularly pleased to see recommendation #5 for FEMA, which aligns with issues raised by our RR 2.0 workgroup
August 11, 2023
FEMA Elevation Certificate & Floodproofing Certificate Extended to Nov. 1
By News Editor
FEMA has extended the acceptance of the previous Elevation Certificate and Floodproofing Certificate until November 1.
July 21, 2023
BRIC 2023 Stakeholder Engagement: Your Feedback is Needed
By News Editor
Survey covers a wide range of topics, including direct technical assistance; capability and capacity building; risk reduction; partnership opportunities; and equitable outcomes.
July 10, 2023
FEMA releases new Elevation Certificate and Dry Floodproofing Certificate
By News Editor
The new Elevation Certificate and Dry Floodproofing Certificate have been approved and should be used going forward through 06/30/2026.