The Homeland Security Act of 2002 made FEMA part of the Department of Homeland Security. Florida Lawmakers say this was a mistake – and they’re pushing to make agency independent again. Benjamin Shaw Reports from Capitol Hill. (AUDIO)

The Homeland Security Act of 2002 made FEMA part of the Department of Homeland Security. Florida Lawmakers say this was a mistake – and they’re pushing to make agency independent again. Benjamin Shaw Reports from Capitol Hill. (AUDIO)

National weather forecasters say the U.S. is at the beginning of what could be a decade of fierce hurricanes. Lawmakers in Washington DC are looking for better ways to prepare coastal communities for the inevitable. Benjamin Shaw reports from Capitol Hill. (AUDIO)

Forecasters warn the coming hurricane season could rival last year’s. A new U.S. Senate bill would restrict the National Weather Service from providing free information to the public. Florida lawmakers say it’s not only a bad idea, but a dangerous one. Benjamin Shaw has the story from Capitol Hill. (AUDIO)