WASHINGTON, March 23 -- Sen. Bill Cassidy issued the following press release:
U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA) penned an op-ed in the American Press highlighting the need to make flood insurance more affordable and reliable for Louisiana families ahead of hurricane season. He called for reforms to the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP), including ending FEMA's Risk Rating 2.0 rate hikes and ensuring coverage continues even in the event of a government shutdown.
"I understand, as does President Trump, that Americans are tired of being ripped off. In 2019, we worked together to delay Risk Rating 2.0 for a year. Now, I want to do it again-permanently." said Dr. Cassidy.
"Let's make flood insurance reliable, accountable, and affor...