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The White House asked Congress for $44 billion in hurricane aid, including funds designated for Texas and Florida, while most of Puerto Ricos needs would be addressed in a future request.
The measure, passed 82-17, gives Puerto Rico access to $4.9 billion in low-interest Treasury loans and would also replenish the troubled National Flood Insurance Program, which runs out of money as early as this week.
The House passed a $36.5 billion hurricane and wildfire relief bill Thursday that would give Puerto Rico access to $4.9 billion in low-interest Treasury loans and allow the troubled NFIP to keep paying claims.
Congress cleared legislation Friday to suspend the U.S. debt limit and provide $15.25 billion for hurricane relief under a deal between President Donald Trump and Democrats.