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Honoring Excellence in Emergency Management: Two Programs Accredited

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August 31, 2026 – The Emergency Management Accreditation Program (EMAP) is pleased to recognize the State of Arkansas and Cuyahoga County, Ohio, for achieving EMAP accreditation. This accomplishment reflects each program’s commitment to preparedness, coordination, and continuous improvement while demonstrating compliance with the rigorous standards of the EMAP accreditation process. Read the full press release […]

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Celebrating Two Programs Achieving Emergency Management Excellence

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July 7, 2026 – The Emergency Management Accreditation Program (EMAP) is pleased to announce that Hillsborough County, Florida, and the state of Hawaii have achieved EMAP accreditation. This distinguished recognition reflects each Program’s commitment to meeting rigorous national standards for emergency management and operational readiness. Accredited programs demonstrate excellence in preparedness, coordination, and continuous improvement

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Celebrating Emergency Management Excellence

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June 1, 2026 – The Emergency Management Accreditation Program (EMAP) is pleased to announce that Santa Clara County, California, and Florida Task Force 5 have achieved EMAP accreditation. This distinguished recognition reflects each Program’s commitment to meeting rigorous national standards for emergency management and operational readiness. Accredited programs demonstrate excellence in preparedness, coordination, and continuous

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FEMA Review Council Recommendations Reinforce Need for National Emergency Management Standards

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May 7, 2026 – Following the recent FEMA Review Council meeting and release of its recommendations, EMAP is highlighting the critical role national standards play in strengthening emergency management capabilities nationwide. For more than 20 years, EMAP’s ANSI-accredited Standards and accreditation process have provided a proven framework for preparedness, operational readiness, coordination, and accountability across

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Two Programs Earn EMAP Accreditation

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April 14, 2026 – This week, the Emergency Management Accreditation Program (EMAP) awarded two emergency management programs with full accreditation. We congratulate the following programs on this incredible achievement: City of Arlington, TX, and Washoe County, NV. For programs that earn accreditation, this achievement is not just a one-time success, but a continuous commitment. This

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Updates on the EMAP Standards: Advancing the Future

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April 2026 – The Emergency Management Accreditation Program (EMAP) is entering a pivotal phase in the evolution of its Standards, marking a significant milestone in our continuous commitment to excellence, relevance, and operational impact. We are currently in the final stages of the Standards review process and are actively addressing public comments on the proposed

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Advancing the Future of Accreditation: EMAP’s Modernized Approach to Strengthening Emergency Management

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April 2026 – The Emergency Management Accreditation Program (EMAP) is entering a new chapter that builds on our legacy of excellence and positions the program to meet the evolving needs of the emergency management community. As the national standard for assessing and accrediting emergency management programs, EMAP has long provided a rigorous, peer-reviewed process that

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Honoring Excellence in Emergency Management: Two Programs Accredited

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March 25, 2026 – The Emergency Management Accreditation Program (EMAP) is thrilled to recognize the following emergency management programs that have achieved accreditation: City and County of Denver, Colorado, and Gwinnett County, Georgia. “We congratulate these Programs on achieving EMAP accreditation—an accomplishment that reflects not only their dedication to preparedness and coordination, but also their

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EMAP Honors the City of Fairfax with National Accreditation

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Nov. 12, 2025 – EMAP Commissioner Marcia Deppen formally presented the City of Fairfax with its accreditation plaque during the city’s accreditation ceremony this week. This accomplishment makes Fairfax the first locality in the state of Virginia to earn EMAP accreditation, underscoring the city’s dedication to public safety, preparedness, and community resilience. Read more. Pictured below

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Discover What’s New in the Upgraded EMAP Applicant Guide to Accreditation

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We’re excited to announce the launch of the upgraded EMAP Applicant Guide to Accreditation. The October 2025 edition features a modernized layout, clearer navigation, and expanded guidance to help Programs better understand EMAP Standards and streamline the assessment process. Content has been reorganized for easier reference, supported by new explanatory narratives and formatting optimized for both

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