Josiah Neeley is a Resident Senior Fellow for the Energy and Environmental Policy Program at the R Street Institute. He has a bachelor's degree in government and philosophy from the University of Texas and a juris doctor from Notre Dame Law School. He lives in Austin, Texas with his wife and family.
What Happens When FEMA Buys Your House?
As hurricane damage mounts, the government is buying—and sometimes seizing—homes in flood-prone areas, sparking concerns over property rights and accusations of discrimination.