FEMA Tweaks Flood Prep Grant Forms for Feedback
Published Date: 2/11/2026
Notice
Summary
FEMA is updating the forms and info it collects for its Hazard Mitigation Grant programs, which help communities prepare for disasters like floods and storms. If you apply for these grants or manage them, these changes might affect you. Comments on the updates are open until April 13, 2026, so now’s the time to speak up!
Analyzed Economic Effects
3 provisions identified: 1 benefits, 2 costs, 0 mixed.
New RLF and HHPD Forms Added
FEMA is adding three new forms for the Safeguarding Tomorrow Revolving Loan Fund (Grants Capitalization Application FF-206-FY-26-101, Project Proposal List FF-206-FY-26-102, and Intended Use Plan FF-206-FY-26-103) and one new tool for High Hazard Potential Dams (HHPD Prioritization Tool FF-206-FY-26-106). If you apply for or manage these grants (State, local, or Tribal governments), you will need to provide the additional information these new instruments collect when applying.
Estimated Respondent Burden and Costs
FEMA estimates 841 respondents, 28,449 total responses, 144,525 total annual burden hours, and an estimated total annual respondent cost of $10,100,277 for the Mitigation Grant Programs information collection. The Federal Government cost is estimated at $8,350,161 annually.
FEMA GO Required for BRIC and FMA
Applications and subapplications for the BRIC and FMA programs must be submitted via the FEMA Grants Outcomes (FEMA GO) electronic system. FEMA GO is the automated grant application and management system used to collect eligibility and compliance information for these mitigation grants.
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Related Federal Register Documents
2026-15944, Changes in Flood Hazard Determinations
New or modified Base (1-percent annual chance) Flood Elevations (BFEs), base flood depths, Special Flood Hazard Area (SFHA) boundaries or zone designations, and/or regulatory floodways (hereinafter referred to as flood hazard determinations) as shown on the indicated Letter of Map Revision (LOMR) for each of the communities listed in the table below are finalized. Each LOMR revises the Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs), and in some cases the Flood Insurance Study (FIS) reports, currently in effect for the listed communities.
2026-15946, Changes in Flood Hazard Determinations
New or modified Base (1-percent annual chance) Flood Elevations (BFEs), base flood depths, Special Flood Hazard Area (SFHA) boundaries or zone designations, and/or regulatory floodways (hereinafter referred to as flood hazard determinations) as shown on the indicated Letter of Map Revision (LOMR) for each of the communities listed in the table below are finalized. Each LOMR revises the Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs), and in some cases the Flood Insurance Study (FIS) reports, currently in effect for the listed communities.
2026-15943, Proposed Flood Hazard Determinations
Comments are requested on proposed flood hazard determinations, which may include additions or modifications of any Base Flood Elevation (BFE), base flood depth, Special Flood Hazard Area (SFHA) boundary or zone designation, or regulatory floodway on the Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs), and where applicable, in the supporting Flood Insurance Study (FIS) reports for the communities listed in the table below. The purpose of this notice is to seek general information and comment regarding the preliminary FIRM, and where applicable, the FIS report that the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has provided to the affected communities. The FIRM and FIS report are the basis of the floodplain management measures that the community is required either to adopt or to show evidence of having in effect in order to qualify or remain qualified for participation in the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP).
2026-15942, Final Flood Hazard Determinations
Flood hazard determinations, which may include additions or modifications of Base Flood Elevations (BFEs), base flood depths, Special Flood Hazard Area (SFHA) boundaries or zone designations, or regulatory floodways on the Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs) and where applicable, in the supporting Flood Insurance Study (FIS) reports have been made final for the communities listed in the table below. The FIRM and FIS report are the basis of the floodplain management measures that a community is required either to adopt or to show evidence of having an effect in order to qualify or remain qualified for participation in the Federal Emergency Management Agency's (FEMA's) National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP).
2026-15938, Proposed Flood Hazard Determinations
Comments are requested on proposed flood hazard determinations, which may include additions or modifications of any Base Flood Elevation (BFE), base flood depth, Special Flood Hazard Area (SFHA) boundary or zone designation, or regulatory floodway on the Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs), and where applicable, in the supporting Flood Insurance Study (FIS) reports for the communities listed in the table below. The purpose of this notice is to seek general information and comment regarding the preliminary FIRM, and where applicable, the FIS report that the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has provided to the affected communities. The FIRM and FIS report are the basis of the floodplain management measures that the community is required either to adopt or to show evidence of having in effect in order to qualify or remain qualified for participation in the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP).
2026-15941, Final Flood Hazard Determinations
Flood hazard determinations, which may include additions or modifications of Base Flood Elevations (BFEs), base flood depths, Special Flood Hazard Area (SFHA) boundaries or zone designations, or regulatory floodways on the Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs) and where applicable, in the supporting Flood Insurance Study (FIS) reports have been made final for the communities listed in the table below. The FIRM and FIS report are the basis of the floodplain management measures that a community is required either to adopt or to show evidence of having an effect in order to qualify or remain qualified for participation in the Federal Emergency Management Agency's (FEMA's) National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP).
Previous / Next Documents
Previous: 2026-02676, Agency Information Collection Activities: Proposed Collection; Comment Request; National Fire Department Registry
FEMA wants to keep collecting info for the National Fire Department Registry and is asking fire departments and the public to share their thoughts by April 13, 2026. This helps keep track of fire departments across the country without adding extra paperwork or costs. If you’re involved with fire services, this is your chance to weigh in and help improve the system!
Next: 2026-02678, Agency Information Collection Activities: Proposed Collection, Comment Request; Application for Surplus Federal Real Property Public Benefit Conveyance and BRAC Program for Emergency Management Use
FEMA is asking for your thoughts on keeping their form that helps public groups get extra federal property for emergency uses like fire and rescue. This update keeps the process smooth and legal, making sure properties serve communities well. If you’re involved in local government or emergency services, now’s the time to weigh in before April 13, 2026!