September 30, 2024
Communities Should Consider Adopting a 2-Foot Freeboard Now!
By News Editor
If a community does not have a 2-foot freeboard requirement in its floodplain regulations similar to HUD’s new FFRMS rule, it risks severely limiting homeownership opportunities.
September 30, 2024
The US Is Finally Curbing Floodplain Development, Research Shows
By Jake Bittle, Grist
The average city now actively avoids floodplains. The vast majority of floodplain construction — the kind that grabs headlines and feeds the pessimistic narrative — has taken place in just two states: Louisiana and Florida.
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.
September 13, 2024
FEMA Establishes National Disaster & Emergency Management University
By News Editor
NDEMU will provide education and training programs to support emergency managers throughout their career.
September 12, 2024
FEMA Releases National Resilience Guidance
By News Editor
The NRG aims to provide unified approach to enhancing community and national resilience.
September 12, 2024
EPA Launches Climate Resilience and Adaptation Funding Toolbox
By News Editor
CRAFT simplifies the process of applying for and implementing climate-resilient investments.
September 12, 2024
ASFPM Foundation’s 2025 Future Leaders Scholarship Application Period is Now Open!
By News Editor
Help us find our next rising star in floodplain management!
September 4, 2024
ASFPM Comments on National Levee Safety Guidelines
By News Editor
Overall, ASFPM supports the guidelines but offered a few recommendations for how they could be strengthened.
September 10, 2024
ASFPM Makes Recommendations for Strengthening CRS
By News Editor
In the comments, ASFPM advocates for a simplified CRS program that reduces administrative burdens, making it easier for more communities to participate.
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