
Patty Hernandez testifies before the U.S. Senate Banking, Housing, & Urban Affairs Committee
I’m here today to share how mitigation efforts that start before disasters strike can reduce burdens on federal disaster programs and make communities safer and more prosperous. All of these strategies will yield large savings from avoided losses. These strategies will alleviate pressure on post-disaster programs like NFIP and allow projects to move forward – projects that will reduce risk, protect homes and businesses, and make communities safer and more attractive places to live.