NU Online News Service, July 14, 11:55 a.m. EDT

Insurance industry representatives will oppose a series of expected amendments from Rep. Gene Taylor, D-Miss., one of which would add wind coverage to a bill extending the National Flood Insurance Program for five years, according to industry representatives.

Speaking at a press briefing PCI held on the bill, H.R. 5114–which will be discussed on the House floor Thursday–Ben McKay, senior vice president, federal government relations for the Property Casualty Insurers Association of America (PCI) , said he expects to see Rep. Gene Taylor, D-Miss., introduce the wind amendment.

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