Federal Register #2026-17075

FEMA Requests Public Comments on Flood Hazard Determinations for Multiple Communities

FEMA, part of the Department of Homeland Security, is seeking public input on proposed flood hazard determinations for multiple communities. - Government Buyer: - Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), Department of Homeland Security - OEMs and Vendors: - FEMA is the only entity mentioned; no commercial OEMs or vendors are involved - Products/Services Requested: - Submission of information and comments regarding preliminary Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs) and Flood Insurance Study (FIS) reports - No physical products or purchase quantities requested - Notable Requirements: - Proposed changes may affect Base Flood Elevation (BFE), base flood depth, Special Flood Hazard Area (SFHA) boundaries or zone designations, and regulatory floodways - Communities may appeal or provide comments on the determinations - Scientific Resolution Panel (SRP) process available for resolving conflicting scientific and technical data - Opportunity impacts communities in Wisconsin, Minnesota, Vermont, New York, Maryland, and Virginia - Technical Information: - Determinations are used for floodplain management and National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) participation - Preliminary maps and reports are available for inspection

Description

This notice requests comments on proposed flood hazard determinations which may include changes to Base Flood Elevation, base flood depth, Special Flood Hazard Area boundaries or zone designations, or regulatory floodways on Flood Insurance Rate Maps and supporting Flood Insurance Study reports. These determinations affect various communities and are used to meet floodplain management requirements for participation in the National Flood Insurance Program. The notice provides information on where to inspect the preliminary maps and reports and how to submit comments. Comments are due by November 19, 2026.

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