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The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has made an amendment to the notice of a major disaster declaration for the State of Missouri, known as FEMA-4490-DR, which was originally declared on March 26, 2020. This amendment changes the Federal Coordinating Officer from Paul Taylor to Kathy Fields, effective as of January 10, 2021. The change involves various federal assistance programs, including loans for communities in crisis, counseling resources, assistance for unemployed individuals due to the disaster, and housing support for those affected by declared disasters.

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is looking for people interested in joining the Board of Visitors for the National Fire Academy. They are requesting resumes and statements of interest by February 18, 2025. The Board reviews programs of the Academy and advises FEMA on operations and improvements. Applicants will serve up to three years and may need to provide financial disclosures. Current DHS employees, contractors, and lobbyists cannot apply.

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has issued a notice amending a disaster declaration for Puerto Rico. This change, effective October 22, 2024, involves the appointment of David Miller Jr. as the new Federal Coordinating Officer, replacing Robert Little III. This action is part of FEMA's ongoing disaster response and involves several assistance programs, such as Community Disaster Loans and Crisis Counseling, identified by specific Catalog of Federal Domestic Assistance Numbers.

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has finalized flood hazard information for certain communities. This information is crucial for floodplain management and insurance purposes and includes updates to Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs) and Flood Insurance Study (FIS) reports. Communities must adopt these measures to participate in FEMA’s National Flood Insurance Program. The public can access these updates through the FEMA Map Service Center.

The President declared an emergency for Alabama due to Hurricane Helene, starting on September 22, 2024, and continuing. This declaration authorizes federal support to assist with emergency protective measures in various counties, including funds for evacuation, shelter support, and direct federal assistance. The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) will oversee these efforts, with specific counties designated for particular types of aid. The assistance will be provided under the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act, covering a part of the total eligible costs.

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is seeking comments on proposed changes to flood hazard determinations that affect certain communities. These changes might adjust flood areas, flood depths, or other related criteria on the Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs), which are important for managing floodplain areas. The public can inspect these proposals online and at local map repositories, and comments should be submitted by June 24, 2025. The determinations help communities comply with floodplain management standards as part of the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP).

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) will hold an open meeting for the Technical Mapping Advisory Council (TMAC) on February 19 and 20, 2025. The meeting is open to the public both in-person in Washington, DC, and online via Microsoft Teams. Attendees must register in advance by February 14, 2025, and may submit written comments before the meeting. The TMAC will discuss and vote on the content of their 2024 Annual Report, which includes recommendations on improving flood insurance rate maps and risk data.

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has announced a change in the coordination of disaster response for the major disaster declaration in American Samoa. Tammy L. Littrell is appointed as the new Federal Coordinating Officer, replacing Robert J. Fenton. This adjustment is part of FEMA's ongoing management efforts following coordinated procedures outlined in the disaster declaration dated April 17, 2020. The notice includes Catalog of Federal Domestic Assistance numbers for tracking and allocating funds associated with disaster management programs.

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), part of the Department of Homeland Security, announced a Presidential emergency declaration for Virginia due to severe conditions caused by Post-Tropical Cyclone Helene starting on September 25, 2024. The President's declaration allows federal aid to support emergency protective measures in designated areas, with funding covering up to 75% of eligible costs. FEMA appointed Timothy S. Pheil as the Federal Coordinating Officer for this emergency, and specific counties and the city of Galax are impacted. Federal assistance numbers for reporting and accessing funds include various programs for disaster loans, crisis counseling, and more.