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Lawmakers press agencies to pursue FEMA change if Comite diversion meets '50% complete' threshold

Comey (Comite) Diversion Canal Task Force · January 14, 2026
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Summary

Legislators asked Corps and DOTD to press FEMA to revise flood maps if the Comite River Diversion is functionally over 50% complete, a change that could reduce flood insurance burdens; agencies agreed to pursue the issue and report back.

Lawmakers pressed Corps and DOTD leaders to seek FEMA recognition that the Comite River Diversion has reached the level of completion needed to alter flood maps and lower insurance premiums for affected residents. Several members said constituents continue to struggle with high flood insurance and urged a clear metric and timetable for what FEMA requires.

"If we could make the argument to…

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