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Community Flood Maps: More Local Control

This act allows local communities to develop their own flood risk maps, which can be used instead of federal maps. This gives residents more say in assessing flood hazards and potentially impacts insurance costs. The changes aim to streamline the mapping process and reduce burdens for smaller communities.
Key points
Communities can create their own flood risk maps for FEMA approval.
Easier access to resources for smaller communities to develop maps.
Ensures appeal rights for residents regarding proposed flood map changes.
Allows for faster implementation of flood mapping policy changes.
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Additional Information
Community Mapping Act
Print number: HR 3416
Sponsor: Rep. Luetkemeyer, Blaine [R-MO-3]
Process start date: 2021-05-20