LAFAYETTE, LA – Congressman Clay Higgins (R-LA) and Congressman Frank Pallone (D-NJ) re-introduced H.R. 5484, the National Flood Insurance Program Reauthorization Act (NFIP-RE), a bipartisan bill to reform and extend NFIP.
This legislation would reauthorize the program for five years, providing stability and peace of mind for homeowners and small businesses affected by flooding, as well as implementing sweeping reforms to reduce costs and invest in flood mitigation.
Since being elected, Congressman Higgins has supported reauthorization of the NFIP and called for significant reforms to the program. In addition to his advocacy for a long-term reauthorization and reform bill, Congressman Higgins has also sponsored standalone legislation to extend NFIP during a government shutdown.
Congressman Higgins said, “Hardworking Americans find it increasingly difficult to afford homeowners and flood insurance, especially in South Louisiana. For millions, the NFIP is the only option. However, Risk Rating 2.0 is a flawed methodology and has made flood insurance far too expensive for many Americans. Congress must act to ensure that flood insurance is transparent, attainable, and fair for Americans. My office will continue to fight for a long-term authorization that protects affordability and improves the NFIP for Louisiana residents.”
Groups supporting this legislation include the National League of Cities, the US Conference of Mayors, the National Association of Counties, the American Policyholders Association, Greater New Orleans, Inc., and the Coalition for Sustainable Flood Insurance. Read the full bill text here.
