WASHINGTON - The House of Representatives passed the Senate's version of a bill yesterday to reform the federal flood insurance program.

The bill, which now goes to the president for his signature, includes several amendments written by Sen. Paul S. Sarbanes of Maryland that are designed to prevent a repeat of problems that have affected Tropical Storm Isabel victims.

The reforms include increased education requirements for flood insurance agents and adjusters, and the creation of an appeals system for those dissatisfied with their settlements.