The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is modifying a FEMA system of records related to flood mapping and hazard mitigation planning, in accordance with the Privacy Act of 1974. These changes involve updates to record locations, authorities, purposes, and categories of individuals and records. The primary goal is to improve how FEMA manages flood maps and hazard mitigation, involving public officials, property owners, and other stakeholders. Comments on these modifications can be submitted until February 10, 2021.
Simple Explanation
The government is updating how they keep track of information on making maps that show where floods could happen, and planning to keep people safe from floods. This is to make it easier for everyone involved, like people who own homes and officials, to work together better.