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The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), part of the Department of Homeland Security, is seeking public comments about their revision of a currently approved information collection related to hazard mitigation plans for State, local, and Tribal governments. This effort aims to reduce paperwork and respondent burden while ensuring that these governments have appropriate plans to mitigate natural hazards under Title 44 of the Code of Federal Regulations. Comments need to be submitted by June 30, 2025, and should include insights on the necessity, efficiency, and technological aspects of the data collection. FEMA also outlines the estimated response numbers, burden hours, and associated costs for both the respondents and the federal government.

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), part of the Department of Homeland Security, has finalized changes to flood hazard information for certain communities. These changes include adjustments to Base Flood Elevations, flood zone boundaries, and regulatory floodways on the Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs), which are critical for floodplain management and participation in FEMA’s National Flood Insurance Program. The new or revised flood hazard information will be officially available on April 9, 2025. Communities must adopt these updates or demonstrate compliance to remain eligible for federal flood insurance.

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has issued a final rule concerning flood insurance under the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP). The rule specifies that certain communities, which have not complied with floodplain management requirements, are scheduled for suspension, meaning they will lose access to NFIP flood insurance unless they meet the necessary regulations before the specified dates. FEMA provides a resource at fema.gov for individuals to verify the participation status of their community. The rule clarifies that notifications have been given to communities, and suspensions will take effect barring required compliance.

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has issued a notice about the President's declaration of an emergency in the District of Columbia due to the 59th Presidential Inauguration. This declaration allows for Federal assistance to be provided for emergency protective measures and direct federal aid with full federal funding. The announcement designates Thomas J. Fargione of FEMA as the Federal Coordinating Officer for this emergency. Various assistance programs, such as Community Disaster Loans and Crisis Counseling, are authorized for use to support the emergency response.

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has issued an amendment to a major disaster declaration for Pennsylvania, originally declared on September 11, 2024. This amendment adds Union County to the list of areas severely impacted by the disaster, making it eligible for public assistance. The amendment details various federal programs, such as community disaster loans and fire management assistance, that are available to aid the impacted areas. This update was officially issued on November 14, 2024.

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) announced Presidentially declared emergency for South Carolina due to Hurricane Helene, as of September 26, 2024. This declaration allows for federal assistance under the Stafford Act to support emergency protective measures, such as evacuation and shelter support, across designated counties. Federal aid will cover up to 75% of eligible costs. FEMA has appointed Brett H. Howard as the Federal Coordinating Officer for this emergency response.

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) issued a notice regarding the Presidential declaration of a major disaster in South Carolina due to Tropical Storm Debby, which occurred from August 4 to August 22, 2024. FEMA will provide federal disaster assistance for public assistance projects in specified counties and hazard mitigation throughout the state. The federal assistance will cover up to 75% of the total eligible costs. Brett H. Howard has been appointed as the Federal Coordinating Officer for this disaster.

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has announced an amendment to an earlier emergency declaration for Tennessee, originally issued on September 27, 2024. The update specifies that the incident period is now closed as of September 30, 2024. People and organizations in Tennessee affected by this can access various federal programs, including disaster legal services and housing assistance. For more information, Dean Webster at FEMA is the point of contact.

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), part of the Department of Homeland Security, has issued a notice about changes in flood hazard determinations for various communities. These changes involve updates to Base Flood Elevations, Special Flood Hazard Area boundaries, and related designations on the Flood Insurance Rate Maps. Communities have a 90-day window to appeal these changes. FEMA has also provided online resources and map repositories where affected individuals can review the revised flood hazard information.

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) issued a notice amending the major disaster declaration for South Carolina. This amendment, dated October 21, 2024, adds Kershaw and Lancaster Counties to the list of areas eligible for Public Assistance, including direct Federal assistance, as previously declared by the President on September 29, 2024. The document also lists specific federal programs that can be used for funding and support, such as Community Disaster Loans and Disaster Housing Assistance. Deanne Criswell, Administrator of FEMA, approved this amendment.