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Louisiana Insurance Commissioner Jim Donelon

Congress makes progress on flood insurance

The biggest insurance issue facing Louisiana is the National Flood Insurance Program, which is set to expire July 31 after a series of short-term renewals, State Insurance Commissioner Jim Donelon said Wednesday. Congress also took a big step Wednesday toward renewal of that program after the U.S. House of Representatives renewed the program through end of November. The legislation will now go to the Senate for consideration. Donelon was guest speaker during the St. Mary Chamber of Commerce business luncheon at the Petroleum Club of Morgan City. U.S. Rep. Steve Scalise , R-La. and House Majority Whip, announced Wednesday that ...

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