I 111th CONGRESS 1st Session H. R. 1524 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES March 16, 2009 Ms. Matsui introduced the following bill; which was referred to the Committee on Financial Services A BILL To allow flood insurance coverage under the national flood insurance program for new structures designed to protect public safety that are located in special flood hazard zones.

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Short title

This Act may be cited as the Public Safety Enhancement Act of 2009.

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Exception to prohibition of insurance for properties in violation of State and local laws regarding development in flood-prone areas

Section 1316 of the National Flood Insurance Act of 1968 (42 U.S.C. 4023) is amended by inserting , other than a structure that is used in providing a public safety or first responder service, which shall include police and firefighting services, after for any property.