January 26, 2023
NFIP Reform is Long Overdue
By Larry Larson, P.E., CFM
As we seek to educate Congress on the many issues our members face in implementing the NFIP, we are updating our ASFPM NFIP priorities for 2023.
January 24, 2023
Updated CRS Report Makes Recommendations on NFIP Affordability
By News Editor
A central question in any reform of the NFIP is who should bear the costs of floodplain occupancy in the future: individual policyholders (the insured), federal taxpayers, uninsured flood victims, or some combination of these.
July 25, 2022
ASFPM Makes Recommendations for FEMA Funding
By News Editor
Key recommendations ASFPM detailed in a letter to the U.S. Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Homeland Security regarding FEMA funding for fiscal year 2023.
July 20, 2022
New Resource on State Flood Risk Disclosure Requirements
By Mary Bart
The new guide identifies states with the strongest flood risk disclosure requirements and provides examples of disclosure forms that could be adopted by other states looking to implement or strengthen their real estate disclosure requirements.
July 12, 2022
ASFPM’s Detailed Priorities for 2022 NFIP Reauthorization and Reform
By News Editor
The priorities address key components of the program, such as flood risk mapping, flood insurance, and mitigation as well as a selection of additional measures that ASFPM feels will strengthen the NFIP and advance equitable flood risk management across that nation.
July 8, 2022
Outreach Materials for Hurricane Season
By News Editor
FEMA has rolled out a social media outreach campaign to promote the value of flood insurance. Materials are available in English and Spanish.
June 22, 2022
ASFPM Continues Push for NFIP Reauthorization at Senate Committee Hearing
By Mary Bart
The testimony outlined a number of key recommendations to better protect property owners and communities from flood risk, including considerations for those that are rural, lower-income, or otherwise vulnerable.
June 10, 2022
New National Flood Insurance Program Training Now Available Online
By News Editor
Self-paced course is intended to serve as a technical resource for new and experienced floodplain management professionals
June 9, 2022
FEMA Gets Specific in Urging Congress to Act on NFIP Reform and Reauthorization
By Mary Bart
In a letter to Congressional leadership, FEMA outlines 17 legislative proposals for NFIP reform and urges Congress to pass a 10-year reauthorization.
December 8, 2022
ASFPM Joins Coalition to Make the Case for Flood Hazard Mapping Funding
By News Editor
ASFPM joined a diverse group of organizations urging Congress to provide at least $350 million for FEMA’s Flood Hazard Mapping and Risk Analysis Program.
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