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- H.RES.1144
H.RES.1144: Expressing condolences to the families of the victims of the February 27, 2010, earthquake in Chile, as well as solidarity with and support for the people of Chile as they plan for recovery and reconstruction.
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 111th Congress
- This bill is primarily about international affairs
- Introduced March 9, 2010
- Latest Major Action March 10, 2010
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
31 (26 Democrats, 1 Independent, 4 Republicans)
Bill Summary
Declares that the House of Representatives mourns the significant loss of life, as well as the physical damage, caused by the February 27, 2010, earthquake and resulting tsunami in Chile. Expresses the deepest condolences of the House and sympathy to the families of the victims. Recognizes that Chile is a close ally and friend of the United States, and that its embrace of democratic ideals and the Chilean government's ability to implement...
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
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Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
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Mr. Connolly (VA) 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. 1144.
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At the conclusion of debate, the chair put the question on the motion to suspend the rules. Mr. Connolly (VA) objected to the vote on the grounds that a quorum was not present. Further proceedings on the motion were postponed. The point of no quorum was withdrawn.
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Considered as unfinished business.
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On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by recorded vote (2/3 required): 404 - 1 (Roll no. 100).
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Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
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| March 9, 2010 |
Introduced in the House by Rubén Hinojosa (D-Texas) |