Federal Register #2026-19854

FEMA Notice: Maximum Assistance Limits for Individuals and Households Program

This notice from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), part of the Department of Homeland Security, announces updated maximum financial assistance limits under the Individuals and Households Program (IHP) for emergencies and major disasters. - Government Buyer: - Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) - Department of Homeland Security - OEMs and Vendors: - No OEMs or vendors are mentioned; this is not a procurement opportunity - Products/Services Requested: - No products, services, part numbers, or quantities are requested - Notable Requirements: - Sets maximum assistance at $44,800 for housing and $44,800 for other needs per individual/household - Adjustment based on a 2.9% increase in the Consumer Price Index - Increases maximum coverage under Group Flood Insurance Policies - Applies to disasters declared on or after October 1, 2025 - No procurement activity or contract opportunity is present in this notice

Description

FEMA announces the maximum amount of financial assistance available under the Individuals and Households Program (IHP) for emergencies and major disasters declared on or after October 1, 2025. The maximum assistance is set at $44,800 for housing assistance and $44,800 for other needs assistance per individual or household for any single emergency or major disaster. This adjustment is based on a 2.9 percent increase in the Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers for the 12-month period ending August 2025. The notice also increases the maximum coverage under any Group Flood Insurance Policy issued. This applies to disasters declared on or after October 1, 2025.

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