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S.RES.487: A resolution honoring the coal miners who perished in the Upper Big Branch Mine-South in Raleigh County, West Virginia, extending the condolences of the United States Senate to the families of the fallen coal miners, and recognizing the valiant efforts of
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 111th Congress
- This bill is primarily about labor and employment
- Introduced April 15, 2010
- Latest Major Action April 15, 2010
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
101 (57 Democrats, 2 Independent Democrats, 42 Republicans)
Bill Summary
Recognizes the ultimate sacrifice made by the 29 coal miners lost at the Upper Big Branch Mine-South in Raleigh County, West Virginia. Extends the deepest condolences of the Senate to the families of the fallen coal miners. Honors the survivors of the tragedy. Recognizes all coal miners for enduring the immeasurable loss of co-workers and maintaining courage in the aftermath of the explosion at the Upper Big Branch Mine-South. Commends the...
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
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Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.
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April 15, 2010 |
Introduced in the Senate by Robert C. Byrd (D-W.Va.) |