US HR765 | 2009-2010 | 111th Congress

Status

Spectrum: Moderate Partisan Bill (Democrat 41-9)
Status: Introduced on September 23 2009 - 25% progression, died in chamber
Action: 2009-09-23 - Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Text: Latest bill text (Introduced) [PDF]

Summary

Extends condolences to the families of those who lost their lives, and to families who lost their homes and other property, in the floods in Georgia. Thanks the people of Georgia and the surrounding states who continue to work to protect people from the still rising floodwaters. Expresses support for Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) efforts to respond to needs of affected citizens and communities. Honors the emergency responders for their bravery and sacrifice.

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Title

Expressing condolences to the families of the individuals killed during unusual storms and floods in the State of Georgia between September 18 and 21, 2009, and expressing gratitude to all of the emergency personnel who continue to work with unyielding determination to meet the needs of Georgia's residents.

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History

DateChamberAction
2009-09-23 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
2009-09-23 On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 421 - 0 (Roll no. 724). (text: CR H9838)
2009-09-23 Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H9842-9843)
2009-09-23 At the conclusion of debate, the Yeas and Nays were demanded and ordered. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 8, rule XX, the Chair announced that further proceedings on the motion would be postponed.
2009-09-23 DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 765.
2009-09-23 Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H9837-9840)
2009-09-23 Mr. Oberstar moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution.
2009-09-23 Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings and Emergency Management.
2009-09-23 Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.

Same As/Similar To

SR286 (Related) 2009-09-24 - Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S9858; text as passed Senate: CR S9858; text of measure as introduced: CR S9853)

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