H.RES.84: Honoring the heroic actions of the pilot, crew, and rescuers of US Airways Flight 1549.

About This Bill

  • This bill was introduced in the 111th Congress
  • This bill is primarily about transportation and public works
  • Introduced Jan. 26, 2009
  • Latest Major Action Jan. 26, 2009

Bill Summary

Applauds the skill, quick thinking, and bravery of Captain Chesley B. Sullenberger III and First Officer Jeffrey B. Skiles of U.S. Airways Flight 1549. Commends the quick response by flight attendants Doreen Welsh, Donna Dent, and Sheila Dail to prepare passengers for impact and rapid evacuation. Praises the quick response from the boats, first responders, and private citizens that aided in the rescue of the passengers of Fight 1549.

(Source: Library of Congress)

Bill Actions

Date Description
Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.
Referred to the Subcommittee on Aviation.
Mr. Costello 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. 84.
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.
Considered as unfinished business.
On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 402 - 0 (Roll no. 31).
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Jan. 26, 2009

Introduced in the House by Joseph Crowley (D-N.Y.)

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