NFIP reauthorization bill News

House OKs Stopgap Funding for Government, Flood Insurance Until Nov. 21; Senate Action Awaited

The Democratic-controlled House of Representatives last week passed a continuing resolution to extend federal government funding through Nov. 21 and avoid a government shutdown at the end of the month. The bipartisan vote of 301-123 saw three Democrats vote no …

Flood Insurance Effective Date Change

Some people who bought or upgraded flood insurance and were not covered during last year’s Missouri River flooding may be covered for damages after all. The Bismarck Tribune reports that Gov. Jack Dalrymple and the North Dakota congressional delegation announced …