SECTION: BUSINESS, Pg. 1C

HEADLINE: Terrorism Insurance Act signed

GRAPHIC: PHOTO(S), Surrounded by applauding lawmakers, President Bush signs legislation that he said will shield the insurance industry from catastrophic costs in the event of future terror attacks. Bush said the new law is vital to the nation's economic security. (Article, 4c); AGENCE FRANCE-PRESSE

LOAD-DATE: November 27, 2002