Mobile Bay Blog

Below is a copy of letters that are going out to our Elected officials to remind them how we need them to vote.  If you are in a coastal flood plain anywhere in the country, you can feel free to use this letter as a template to improve the bill's chances of passing

Kelby Linn

September 24, 2007 05:26 PM

Representative Jo Bonner

U.S. House of Representatives

422 Cannon House Office Building

Washington, DC 20515-0001

Subject: Vote Yes on H.R. 3121

Dear Representative Bonner,

As a REALTOR and a constituent, I urge you to vote in favor of H.R. 3121, the Flood Insurance Reform and Modernization Act of 2007 when it is considered by the House this week.

The National Association of REALTORS strongly supports legislation that will reform the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) by offering increased coverage to homeowners and ensuring that flood maps are updated as expeditiously as possible.

The NFIP offers an important element of protection to homeowners in areas of the country vulnerable to flooding, and helps to lower federal expenditures for disaster assistance and flood control. It is critical that flood insurance remain accessible and equitable for all individuals who own property in a floodplain.

Please vote for H.R. 3121, the Flood Insurance Reform and Modernization Act of 2007.

Sincerely,

Kelby Linn

Dauphin Island, Alabama 36528