Obama releases Katrina Policy

Today in New Orleans, Barack Obama spoke about the rebuilding that needs to happen in the area and around the country to be prepared in times of disaster. Some highlights:

• Creating a special “COPS for Katrina” program to empower communities to hire local enforcement personnel, as well as helping local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies establish an integrated regional crime control partnership.
• Working with emergency management officials, emergency responders and other experts from all 50 states to create a real National Response Plan, which will ensure we have fully-trained and prepared personnel to respond to disasters across the United States.
• Creating a National Catastrophe Insurance Reserve, which will save homeowners $11.6 billion on annual insurance premiums.

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