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Congress approves 9.7 billion in Sandy flood aid
The new Congress rushed out 9.7 billion to replenish the National Flood Insurance Program and pay flood claims for 115,000 people and businesses affected by Superstorm Sandy. The vote followed GOP objections to a larger aid package and comes as White House and state leaders urged fast action on the rest of Obama’s request.
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