The National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) is slated to expire at the end of September. Since 2004, it has racked up more than $24 billion in debt — most recently due to 19 major flooding episodes across the country last year. This year’s tragic hurricane season is only more cause for worry among lobbyists and lawmakers on the topic of new NFIP legislation. As Congress negotiates a reauthorization package — or at least a short-term extension — ... more