S.Res. 274 · 109th Congress
A resolution expressing sympathy and pledging the support of the Senate and the American people to the…
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A resolution expressing sympathy and pledging the support of the Senate and the American people to the victims of the devastating earthquake that struck South Asia and caused the severe loss of life and destruction on October 8, 2005, and pledging immediate United States assistance to save lives and help the region recover from this monumental tragedy.
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- Senate Introduced Oct 17, 2005
- Senate Passed Oct 17, 2005
Expresses: (1) sympathy and support for the people of South Asia following the devastating October 2005 earthquake that struck Pakistan, India, and Afghanistan during the Islamic holy month of Ramadan, and conveys condolences to the affected families, communities, and governments; and (2) admiration and support for the rescue and relief workers, including…
What it does: CRS summary · Passed Senate without amendment · Oct 17, 2005
(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary has been expanded because action occurred on the measure.)
Expresses: (1) sympathy and support for the people of South Asia following the devastating October 2005 earthquake that struck Pakistan, India, and Afghanistan during the Islamic holy month of Ramadan, and conveys condolences to the affected families, communities, and governments; and (2) admiration and support for the rescue and relief workers, including personnel of the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) and the U.S. military.
Supports the initial pledge by President George Bush of humanitarian assistance, the deployment of U.S. military assets to the region, and the provision of additional U.S. assistance to save lives and help the region recover.
Commends: (1) the ongoing international relief effort; and (2) the governments of Pakistan and India for their cooperation in saving lives and providing humanitarian relief to people on both sides of the Line of Control.
Encourages further cooperation between India and Pakistan on relief operations and efforts to expand peace and stability in the region.
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Official title: A resolution expressing sympathy and pledging the support of the Senate and the American people to the victims of the devastating earthquake that struck South Asia and caused the severe loss of life and destruction on October 8, 2005, and pledging immediate United States assistance to save lives and help the region recover from this monumental tragedy.
Latest action (Oct 17, 2005): Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S11442-11443; text as passed Senate: CR S11442-11443; text of measure as introduced: CR S11440-11441)
Policy area: International Affairs · Origin: Senate · Introduced: Oct 17, 2005
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- Senate Introduced Oct 17, 2005
- Senate Passed Oct 17, 2005
No recorded floor vote found.