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The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is asking the public for comments on reinstating an information collection that has expired. This collection is connected to the State Administrative Plan for the Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP), which is a guide on administering the HMGP funds. FEMA needs this plan to be approved by its regional administrator before states, territories, or tribal governments can receive funds. This notice aims to make sure the public knows FEMA will submit this information to the Office of Management and Budget for approval, according to the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995.

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is inviting public comments on a reinstated information collection related to residential basement floodproofing certification. This collection is part of FEMA's efforts to manage floodplain requirements and allow communities to reduce flood risks. The information gathered helps ensure that structures meet floodproofing standards, allowing for lower flood insurance rates. Public comments are being sought on the necessity and efficiency of this data collection process.

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is requesting public comments on the extension of a currently approved information collection related to the State Administrative Plan for the Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP). This plan is a guide detailing how states, territories, or tribal governments will manage the grant funds. The purpose is to ensure these governments have a FEMA-approved plan in place before receiving HMGP funds. The information was previously shared for public comment, and FEMA now invites further input on it before January 10, 2025.

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is seeking public comments on a revision of the Emergency Notification System (ENS), as part of its effort to reduce paperwork and make processes more efficient. This system is used to send notifications and urgent messages to DHS employees, contractors, and emergency personnel. It is part of FEMA’s preparedness plans, which ensure operations continue during emergencies. The public has until March 22, 2021, to submit comments, which can be done through the regulations.gov website.

The President has issued an Executive Order to create a Federal Emergency Management Agency Review Council aimed at assessing and improving FEMA's response to disasters. This council will consist of up to 20 members, including government officials and experts, to evaluate FEMA's effectiveness and suggest improvements. The council's tasks include comparing FEMA's previous disaster responses with those of other entities, analyzing debate on FEMA's role, and recommending reforms. The council will seek public input and produce a report to the President within 180 days from its first public meeting.

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is inviting public comments on a proposal to continue collecting information about hotels and motels meeting fire safety standards, as required by the Hotel and Motel Fire Safety Act of 1990. This data is used to maintain a National Master List of accommodations safe from fire, which federal employees are encouraged to use for official travel. People can submit their comments by April 28, 2025, to help evaluate the necessity and utility of this information collection. The previous invitation for public comments, published in December 2024, received no responses.

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is seeking public comments on changes to a previously approved information collection related to training evaluation forms. These forms help FEMA assess the effectiveness of its training programs by collecting feedback from participants several months after completing the training. This helps FEMA understand how the training impacts the participants’ jobs and if the skills learned are being applied in real-life situations. FEMA invites comments on the necessity, accuracy, and effectiveness of this data collection to improve its processes.

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has announced a request for public comments on the extension of an existing information collection concerning fire safety in hotels and motels. This collection helps maintain a list of accommodations that meet fire safety standards, which federal employees and other travelers can use to ensure safe lodging. The information is collected through the Federal Hotel and Motel Fire Safety Declaration Form and is published on the National Master List. Comments on this extension, which involves no change to the current collection, must be submitted by February 10, 2025.

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is inviting the public to comment on a revised data collection initiative related to the "Survivor Sheltering Assessment." This revision aims to streamline information sharing between FEMA and State, Tribal, and territorial governments to improve emergency sheltering efforts, particularly during events like the COVID-19 pandemic. Comments must be submitted by March 26, 2021. FEMA wants to assess if the data collection is necessary, accurate, and not burdensome, while enhancing its quality and usefulness.