August 2, 2024
NC’s Flood Disclosure Law Goes into Effect
By Catherine Kozak
Home sellers in North Carolina must now disclose previous flood damage.
August 1, 2024
ASFPM Foundation Shares Highlights from 2024 Conference
By News Editor
From naming the new Future Leaders Scholarship winner to a competitive Student Paper Competition to a live auction, and more, the ASFPM Foundation shares highlights from the 2024 ASFPM Conference.
August 1, 2024
FEMA Updates Hazard Mitigation Assistance Guide
By News Editor
Key updates to the HMA Guide include clarifications and updated policies in benefit-cost analysis, building codes, capability and capacity building and mitigation planning.
July 30, 2024
National Violation Tracker FAQ
By News Editor
What qualifies as a “noncompliant” property? If you have questions about the National Violation Tracker, this FAQ has the answers.
July 30, 2024
Welcome New Members – July 2024
By News Editor
ASFPM extends a big welcome to these 44 flood risk management professionals who joined the association this past month.
July 24, 2024
FEMA Publishes Resilience Year in Review Report
By News Editor
2023 was a historic year for FEMA, which averaged an emergency or disaster declaration every three days
July 16, 2024
FEMA Raises Bar for Flood Protection with New FFRMS Rule
By News Editor
The new rule allows FEMA to consider the best available science in making projects and communities more resilient to increased flood conditions.
July 15, 2024
National Floodplain Administrator Training Needs Assessment Survey
By News Editor
Findings from the survey will help FEMA design a national floodplain administrator training strategy. The deadline is Aug. 30, 2024.
July 15, 2024
Public Comment Period on Community Rating System Redesign Now Open
By News Editor
FEMA seeks public comments on redesigning the Community Rating System (CRS) to enhance the program’s effectiveness, promote resilience, and mitigate the financial impacts of flooding.
June 12, 2024
Three Things to Know About New HUD FFRMS Rule
By Chad Berginnis, CFM
HUD’s programs touch virtually every US community, making its new FFRMS rule highly significant. Here are three key changes impacting floodplain managers.