Periodically new flood maps are issued by FEMA. When a new flood map comes out, some properties that used to not be in a flood zone may now be in a flood zone, or move from a lesser to a more severe part of a flood zone. This amendment would simply say we are going to charge higher premiums, absolutely, but we will transition that over 5 years instead of the 2 years in the bill. The 5 years is the same provision as in the House bill. I think it is a reasonable transition, still getting to that new higher premium.
David Vitter: “Periodically new flood maps are issued by FEMA. When a new flood map comes out, some properties that used to not be in a…”
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Discussing amendments related to flood insurance premiums and FEMA flood maps.
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