Joe Courtney: “Let's pass this flood insurance measure. In southeastern Connecticut…”

On the recordFebruary 5, 2014

Let's pass this flood insurance measure. In southeastern Connecticut, coastal properties, again, if you talk to the Realtors, you talk to the bankers, these properties are locking up because of the increase in flood insurance premiums. We can change that today, right now. Get this bill to the President for signature. Let's get this recovery moving. Let's listen to the American people who want to see bipartisan action that is focused on the number one issue facing this country, which is getting a strong economic recovery. {time} 1315

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Joe Courtney

Democratic · Connecticut

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Feb 5, 2014

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