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GA HR1972
Resolution
Status
Passed
3/18/2014
Primary Sponsor
Jeff Chapman
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AI Summary
- Georgia House Resolution 1972, sponsored by Representative Chapman of the 167th district, recognizes and commends Julie Califf for her advocacy against sharp flood insurance rate increases caused by the Biggert-Waters Flood Insurance Reform Act of 2012
- Julie Califf founded the Georgia branch of StopFEMANow to raise awareness about the adverse effects of the Biggert-Waters Act on homeowners and business owners nationwide
- Her research, data analysis, and outreach to government officials were instrumental in the U.S. Senate passing S. 1926 (a four-year delay of the act's negative impacts) and the U.S. House passing HR 3370, which ameliorated the act's effects
- The resulting legislation, the Homeowner Flood Insurance Affordability Act, was sent to the President for signature and aimed to prevent foreclosures and help thousands of homeowners facing enormous flood insurance rate increases
- The Clerk of the House of Representatives is directed to transmit copies of the resolution to Julie Califf and her family
Legislative Description
Califf, Julie; commend
Last Action
House Read and Adopted
3/18/2014
Full Bill Text
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