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H.RES.971: Expressing the sympathies and support of the House of Representatives for the individuals and institutions affected by the powerful tornados that struck communities in Alabama, Arkansas, Kentucky, Mississippi, and Tennessee on February 5th, 2008.
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 110th Congress
- This bill is primarily about emergency management
- Introduced Feb. 12, 2008
- Latest Major Action Feb. 13, 2008
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
21 (12 Democrats, 10 Republicans)
Bill Summary
Expresses the deepest sympathies of the House of Representatives to the citizens of the states hit by the storms over the devastation caused by the powerful tornados that struck their communities on February 5, 2008.Expresses the appreciation of the House to the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), first responders, and the others involved in the relief effort for their valiant service to those affected by the storms.Expresses 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. Cohen moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution.
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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. 971.
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On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote.
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Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
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Feb. 12, 2008 |
Introduced in the House by Bart Gordon (D-Tenn.) |