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H.RES.1347: Honoring the workers who perished on the Deepwater Horizon offshore oil platform in the Gulf of Mexico off the coast of Louisiana, extending condolences to their families, and recognizing the valiant efforts of emergency response workers at the disaster s
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 111th Congress
- This bill is primarily about energy
- Introduced May 11, 2010
- Latest Major Action May 26, 2010
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
70 (48 Democrats, 22 Republicans)
Bill Summary
Recognizes the untimely and tragic loss of the 11 workers from the states of Louisiana, Mississippi, and Texas who died on the Deepwater Horizon offshore oil platform in the Gulf of Mexico off the coast of Louisiana. Extends the deepest condolences of the nation to the families of these men. Recognizes all employees on the Deepwater Horizon for their hard work and sacrifice. Commends the rescue crews for their valiant efforts to rescue these...
(Source: Library of Congress)
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Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
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Ms. Speier 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. 1347.
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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.
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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 the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 403 - 0 (Roll no. 302).
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Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
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| May 11, 2010 |
Introduced in the House by Charlie Melancon (D-La.) |