One of the things I am trying to get to is how many communities around the country have asked for technical assistance and been denied.
This is not just a Southern issue. It is not just a Gulf Coast issue.
So you haven't been able to help one community?
This really is an issue of national significance.
I want to begin by saying how pleased I am to host this joint meeting.
We will continue working with all of our stakeholders to analyze and identify flood risks.
We have to figure out how to live in a sustainable way.
no matter what zone you are in, most of our constituents think they are paying too much for flood insurance.
So would you say that you think 30 percent of your maps, whether they are digitized or in the old form, reflect this high-quality elevation ...
It is my understanding that under current law, FEMA can provide a community up to $250,000 to help them with mapping.
I mean, New Orleans will be celebrating its 300th year in 2018, and literally for 300 years, the people of New Orleans and surrounding areas...