Federal Courts

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Last mentioned: Mar 25, 2026

Timeline

Q2 2026
Expected Reopening

FEMA is anticipated to open new application windows for state and local governments.
Mar 25, 2026
Court Order

A federal court orders FEMA to resume the grant program immediately.
September 2025
Legal Challenges

Multiple states and municipalities file suit to force the release of mitigation funds.
March 2025
Program Suspension

FEMA halts the BRIC grant application process amid legal and administrative challenges.

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FEMA to Resume Multi-Billion Dollar BRIC Grant Program Following Court Order

FEMA is set to restart its flagship Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities (BRIC) grant program after a year-long suspension. The move follows a federal court order, ending a period of uncertainty for state and local governments seeking critical funding for climate adaptation and disaster mitigation.

Mar 25, 2026 5 sources