S. 2344 (112th): A bill to extend the National Flood Insurance Program until December 31, 2012.

Introduced:
Apr 24, 2012 (112th Congress, 2011–2013)
Sponsor:
Sen. David Vitter [R-LA]
Status:
Died (Reported by Committee)

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Status

This bill was introduced on April 24, 2012, in a previous session of Congress, but was not enacted.

Progress
Introduced Apr 24, 2012
Reported by Committee Apr 24, 2012
Cosponsors
3 cosponsors (3D) (show)
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Last updated Apr 24, 2012.
4 pages

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4/24/2012--Introduced.
Amends the National Flood Insurance Act of 1968 to extend the National Flood Insurance Program from September 30, 2011, through December 31, 2012. Continues through December 31, 2012, the authority of the Administrator of the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), with the President's approval, to issue up to $20.725 billion in notes and obligations to finance the Program.

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