FEMA Delays Flood Insurance Help After Funding Snag

2026-09945 — Proposed Flood Hazard Determinations for Gaston County, North Carolina, and Incorporated Areas

FEMA is hitting pause on updating flood risk maps for Gaston County, North Carolina, because the county needs to fix its flood maps first. This means no new flood rules or insurance changes will happen right now, but stay tuned—new updates will come soon. If you live or own property there, keep an eye out for future announcements that could affect flood insurance and safety.

2026-09850 — Changes in Flood Hazard Determinations

FEMA is updating flood risk maps for certain communities using new science and data. These changes might affect flood insurance rules and costs, so residents and businesses should check the updated maps and act fast if they want to appeal within 90 days. The updates take effect on specific dates listed for each community, helping everyone stay safer and smarter about flood risks.

2026-09848 — Final Flood Hazard Determinations

Starting June 10, 2026, several communities will see updated flood risk maps that show new or changed flood zones and water levels. These changes affect homeowners, renters, and local governments by guiding flood insurance rules and safety plans. If you live in or own property in these areas, expect updates that could impact insurance costs and building rules.

2026-09847 — Changes in Flood Hazard Determinations

FEMA is updating flood maps for certain communities using new science, changing flood risk zones and water levels. If you live or own property in these areas, your flood insurance rules and costs might change soon. You’ve got 90 days after local notice to ask for a review, so keep an eye out and act fast!

2026-09851 — Final Flood Hazard Determinations

FEMA has finalized updates to flood risk maps for several communities, changing flood zones and water levels that affect flood insurance rules. Homeowners, renters, and local governments need to check these new maps by July 7, 2026, to stay protected and insured. These changes could impact insurance costs and building rules, so it’s smart to stay informed and prepared!

2026-09237 — Notice of Adjustment of Public Assistance Thresholds for Floodplain Management and Wetlands Protection Review Process

FEMA just fixed a mix-up about when new dollar limits for floodplain and wetlands reviews kick in for disaster aid projects. These updated thresholds now apply to all major disasters declared by the President on or after October 1, 2025, no matter when the disaster actually started. This means more disaster projects can benefit from easier review rules, saving time and money for communities recovering from big events.

Previous: 2026-09956 — Extension of a Currently Approved Information Collection: Minority Bank Deposit Program (MBDP) Certification Form for Admission

The Treasury Department is extending the use of a form that helps minority-owned banks join a special program offering extra support from the government and partners. About 72 banks fill out this form, which takes around 45 minutes each. They’re asking for public comments by July 20, 2026, to keep things clear and easy without adding extra hassle or costs.

Next: 2026-09959 — Self-Regulatory Organizations; Financial Industry Regulatory Authority, Inc.; Notice of Designation of a Longer Period for Commission Action on a Proposed Rule Change to Exempt Specified Collective Trust Funds From FINRA Rules 5130 (Restrictions on the Purchase and Sale of Initial Equity Public Offerings) and 5131(b) (New Issue Allocations and Distributions)

FINRA wants to exempt certain collective trust funds from rules that limit buying and selling shares in new stock offerings. The SEC is taking extra time to review this change carefully before deciding. This affects investors using these trust funds and could impact how they participate in new stock sales, with a decision expected after May 25, 2026.