extension of the national flood insurance program. >> nfip provides flood insurance to more than 20,000 communities across this nation, including more than 50,000 families in my district. many of my constituents in mississippi are still dealing with the effects of hurricane katrina. they have experienced record flooding in recent years, and we are fast approaching another hurricane season. we have no other choice. we must act now. so it is out of necessity that i support this short-term extension. >> you know, that guy was right. the national flood insurance program is an important program that should transcend politics. it helps families and small business owners get become on their feet after a disaster by paying flood insurance claims. last week's sandy relief vote