U.S. Reconstruction Programs - Government officials discuss current reconstruction programs and opportunities for private sector involvement.
9:30 a.m.
Networking Break
9:45 a.m.
Economic Infrastructure Reconstruction Priorities - Leaders in energy, housing, healthcare, and tourism discuss reconstruction needs and priorities in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina.
10:30 a.m.
Creating Jobs and Building Small Business - Discussion on initiatives to create jobs and assist small business in the Gulf Coast region.
11:00 a.m.
Corporate Sector Involvement - Contracting experts discuss the recent federal funding and contracts to aide the victims of Hurricane Katrina.
12:00 a.m.
Environmental and Contamination Issues - Discussion on securing exemptions from federal and state emergency response regulations; securing liability protection for cleanup contractors; minimizing potential liability associated with releases of hazardous materials from Katrina damaged facilities; and more.
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