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H.RES.657: Expressing heartfelt sympathy for the victims of the devastating thunderstorms that caused severe flooding during August 2007 in the States of Illinois, Iowa, Minnesota, Ohio, and Wisconsin, and for other purposes.
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 110th Congress
- This bill is primarily about emergency management
- Introduced Sept. 17, 2007
- Latest Major Action Oct. 2, 2007
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
24 (14 Democrats, 11 Republicans)
Bill Summary
Expresses sympathy for the victims of the devastating thunderstorms that caused severe flooding during August 2007 in Illinois, Iowa, Minnesota, Ohio, and Wisconsin and conveys gratitude to the officials and emergency personnel who responded swiftly to the crisis.Recognizes the generous support of citizens, local businesses, the American Red Cross, the United Way, Catholic Charities, and the Salvation Army.Reaffirms support for helping the...
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
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Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.
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Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings and Emergency Management.
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Mr. Walz (MN) 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. 657.
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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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Sept. 17, 2007 |
Introduced in the House by Tim Walz (D-Minn.) |