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- H.RES.1376
H.RES.1376: Commemorating the 80th anniversary of the Okeechobee Hurricane of September 1928 and its associated tragic loss of life.
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 110th Congress
- This bill is primarily about emergency management
- Introduced July 24, 2008
- Latest Major Action Sept. 24, 2008
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
8 (7 Democrats, 2 Republicans)
Bill Summary
Memorializes the loss of approximately 3,000 lives due to the Okeechobee Hurricane of 1928.Recognizes: (1) the importance of hurricane preparedness measures, enhanced evacuation, emergency plans, and disaster response training especially in economically disadvantaged communities to prevent a disproportionate impact of natural disasters and disparities in disaster response; and (2) the role of relevant federal agencies, research institutes,...
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
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Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings and Emergency Management.
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Sponsor introductory remarks on measure.
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Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.
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Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by Voice Vote.
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Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings and Emergency Management Discharged.
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Reported (Amended) by the Committee on Transportation. H. Rept. 110-856.
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Placed on the House Calendar, Calendar No. 267.
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Ms. Edwards (MD) moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended.
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Considered under suspension of the rules.
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DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 1376.
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On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by voice vote.
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Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
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Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.
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| July 24, 2008 |
Introduced in the House by Alcee L. Hastings (D-Fla.) |