RT @tmcewen79: @floodcoalition had a whirlwind two days traveling through #WNC alongside local leaders and state legislators this week. We….

This week, we were honored to participate in the FEMA Review Council’s Subcommittee on Response & Recovery Assessment, a vital effort to transform how FEMA delivers disaster assistance across the country. The session, held in Vermont, brought together emergency managers from

RT @afcaction: Huge thanks to @BankingGOP, @SenateBanking, @SenatorTimScott, and @SenWarren for including permanent @HUDgov CDBG-DR authori….

👏 Huge credit to Chairman Sam Graves, Ranking Member Rick Larsen, and Reps. Daniel Webster, and Greg Stanton for their leadership on the FEMA Act, and Chairman Tim Scott and Ranking Member Elizabeth Warren for their leadership on CDBG-DR.

When disasters strike, local leaders don’t have time for bureaucracy when their towns are underwater or their schools are closed. They need clear answers, fast funding, and fewer obstacles. This bipartisan legislation is a powerful step in that direction.

Another long-term priority for the Coalition, the permanent authorization of CDBG-DR means states and communities will have a consistent, streamlined set of rules for long-term recovery across disasters. It will speed up recovery, reduce bureaucracy, and help communities rebuild.

2️⃣ The Senate Banking Committee introduced legislation that would permanently authorize the Community Development Block Grant–Disaster Recovery (CDBG-DR) program.

📬 One-stop application portal: A universal application will replace the current patchwork of forms, a game-changer for disaster survivors. ⛑️ Clear denial and appeal process: Disaster survivors will now receive plain-language decisions, making it easier to understand and.

🏹 Less red tape: The legislation takes steps to simplify burdensome and duplicative processes, helping communities and individuals recover without navigating a maze of rules and time-consuming applications.

⚡ Modernized processes: Practical reforms that open the door for innovative tech like drones and satellites in damage assessment.

💰 Upfront funding: Communities will now receive project-based grants to rebuild infrastructure faster, rather than waiting years for reimbursement which strains local budgets.

The bipartisan FEMA reform legislation directly reflects six of the American Flood Coalition’s key policy priorities, solutions shaped by the real challenges our Coalition members and communities face across the country. If signed into law, the legislation would provide:.

1️⃣ The House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee introduced the FEMA Act of 2025 (H.R. 4669) with the most significant overhaul of FEMA and federal disaster assistance in decades.

🚨 Big news in disaster recovery reform and resilience! This week we’ve seen two major bipartisan updates from Congress that would transform how communities prepare for and recover from disasters - FEMA reform and the permanent authorization of CDBG-DR.

Half of U.S. land is farmland — and when it floods, downstream communities pay the price. At AFC, we believe agriculture policy is flood policy. Our latest blog explores how farmer-led solutions like multi-cropping can reduce risk, improve soil, and protect entire watersheds.

RT @tmcewen79: Great presentation by @DanGerlach5 and Sharon Decker discussing challenges and opportunities for long-term economic recovery….

RT @afcaction: Big news in FL! 🎉@jenn_bradley and @CHunschofsky's bipartisan flood disclosure bill has been signed by the Governor. This….

"Half the land in this country is agriculture and farmland. We cannot have solutions to flooding and disasters if we don't think about empowering farmers to be part of the solution.”. AFC Founder and Executive Director on how farmers in Iowa are leading the way with.

RT @afcaction: Proud to work with @RepAshleyHinson and @RepEricSorensen on flood-smart #agriculture policy to protect farmers and their com….

We’re proud to welcome @RepMcDowell (NC) as an AFC #FederalChampion!.From supporting WNC Helene recovery to smarter @FEMA & @USDOTpolicy, he’s leading common-sense, pro-innovation solutions for flood-impacted communities. #FloodResilience #NC