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It’s Time for Congress to Prepare for Hurricane Season

As thousands of Americans work to prepare their homes and businesses for the start of hurricane season on June 1, why isn’t Congress taking steps to get its own house in order? Members of Congress can’t stop hurricanes or other …

Florida Congressman Proposes Disaster Savings Accounts

A Florida congressman is calling for the creation of a new federal tax-free savings account that will allow homeowners to set aside up to $5,000 to help strengthen their homes against hurricanes and other natural disasters. Rep. Dennis Ross, a …