Federal Government To Help Reimburse States For Irene Damage

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Mon, 08/29/2011 - 8:34am

NEW YORK (Reuters) - Hurricane Irene could cost U.S. state and local governments billions of dollars in damages, but funds from the federal government might ultimately cover much of this expense.

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