H.RES.1618: Urging the Federal Government, States, localities, schools, nonprofit organizations, businesses, other entities, and the people of the United States to observe National Preparedness Month, and for other purposes.

About This Bill

  • This bill was introduced in the 111th Congress
  • This bill is primarily about emergency management
  • Introduced Sept. 14, 2010
  • Latest Major Action Sept. 23, 2010

Bill Summary

Commends the public servants of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and other federal agencies for their contributions to homeland security.Salutes the efforts of government officials, the private sector, and citizens across the country to prevent, deter, protect against, and prepare to respond to potential acts of terrorism.Expresses appreciation for the commitment of law enforcement and emergency response personnel in preventing and...

(Source: Library of Congress)

Bill Actions

Date Description
Referred to the House Committee on Homeland Security.
Mr. Hastings (FL) moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution.
Considered under suspension of the rules.
DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 1618.
On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote.
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Sept. 14, 2010

Introduced in the House by Bennie Thompson (D-Miss.)

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