Tennessee's Double Amendment: Storm Funds Finally Hit the Ground
Published Date: 5/6/2026
Notice
Summary
Tennessee’s emergency declaration from January 24, 2026, just got an official update! The emergency period officially ended on January 27, 2026, which means the state can now access specific federal disaster funds to help with recovery. This change clears the way for Tennessee to get the money and support it needs to bounce back faster.
Analyzed Economic Effects
5 provisions identified: 5 benefits, 0 costs, 0 mixed.
Disaster Housing and Other Needs Aid
Because the incident period closed effective January 27, 2026, Tennessee may use CFDA 97.048, 97.049, and 97.050 to report and draw federal Disaster Housing Assistance and Other Needs Assistance funds. If you are a Tennessee household affected by the emergency, these specific programs are available to help with housing and other disaster-related needs.
Disaster Unemployment Assistance Available
Because the incident period closed effective January 27, 2026, Tennessee may use CFDA 97.034 for Disaster Unemployment Assistance (DUA). If you lost work because of the emergency in Tennessee, DUA is listed as an available federal program you can report to and draw funds from.
Public Assistance and Hazard Mitigation Funding
The notice lists CFDA 97.036 (Disaster Grants--Public Assistance) and CFDA 97.039 (Hazard Mitigation Grant), among others, as available for reporting and drawing funds now that the incident period closed on January 27, 2026. These programs support public recovery, mitigation work, and disaster-related public projects in Tennessee.
Crisis Counseling and Legal Help Listed
CFDA 97.032 (Crisis Counseling) and CFDA 97.033 (Disaster Legal Services) are listed for Tennessee now that the incident period closed on January 27, 2026. If you were affected by the emergency in Tennessee, these programs are available for counseling and legal help related to the disaster.
Community Loans, Fire Grants, and Cora Brown Fund Listed
The notice lists CFDA 97.030 (Community Disaster Loans), 97.031 (Cora Brown Fund), and 97.046 (Fire Management Assistance Grant) as available for reporting and drawing funds now that the incident period closed on January 27, 2026. These specific funding lines are available to be used in Tennessee's recovery and response efforts.
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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).
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A big winter storm hit Tennessee starting January 22, 2026, causing serious damage. The President declared an emergency on January 24, so FEMA can help cover 75% of the cleanup and safety costs to protect people and property. This means faster aid and support for affected communities to bounce back stronger and safer.