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H.Res. 1618 · 111th Congress

Urging the Federal Government, States, localities, schools, nonprofit organizations, businesses, other…

Full title

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.

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  1. House Introduced Sep 14, 2010
  2. House Passed Sep 23, 2010

Commends the public servants of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and other federal agencies for their contributions to homeland security.

What it does: CRS summary · Passed House without amendment · Sep 23, 2010

(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary has been expanded because action occurred on the measure.)

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 preparing to respond to acts of terrorism.

Expresses support for the goals and ideals of National Preparedness Month as they relate to the threat of terrorism.

Written by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service. All summary versions on Congress.gov

About this bill and sources

Official title: 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.

Latest action (Sep 23, 2010): Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.

Policy area: Emergency Management · Origin: House · Introduced: Sep 14, 2010

Official page on Congress.gov · Bill text (GovInfo) · Status record (XML)

  1. House Introduced Sep 14, 2010
  2. House Passed Sep 23, 2010

No recorded floor vote found.