New FEMA funding opportunities to enhance climate resilience
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Brett Mattson
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Key Takeaways
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) unveiled two significant funding opportunities to support communities in their efforts to address the growing challenges of extreme weather and natural disasters. Through the Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities (BRIC) program and the Flood Mitigation Assistance (FMA) program, FEMA is making a total of $1.35 billion available to improve infrastructure resilience and mitigate flood risks.
Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities
The BRIC program will provide $750 million to support hazard mitigation efforts that strengthen infrastructure and reduce risks from natural disasters.
Applications must be submitted via FEMA’s Grants Outcomes system by April 18, 2025, at 3:00 p.m. ET. County governments should consult with their state, tribal or territorial agencies to confirm deadlines to submit sub applications.
Flood Mitigation Assistance
The Flood Mitigation Assistance program will provide $600 million to address flood risks for properties insured under the National Flood Insurance Program.
Applications must be submitted via FEMA’s Grants Outcomes system by April 18, 2025, at 3:00 p.m. ET. County governments should consult with their state, tribal or territorial agencies to confirm deadlines to submit sub applications.
County governments stand to benefit from these opportunities by addressing critical infrastructure vulnerabilities, mitigating flood risks for local properties and advancing long-term resilience planning. By leveraging these grants, counties can strengthen their ability to protect residents, reduce financial burdens from repetitive disaster recovery and ensure safer, more sustainable communities for the future.
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