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S.Res. 286 · 111th Congress

A resolution expressing condolences to the families of the individuals killed during unusual storms and…

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A resolution expressing condolences to the families of the individuals killed during unusual storms and floods in the State of Georgia between September 18 and September 21, 2009, and expressing gratitude to all of the emergency personnel who continue to work with unyielding determination to meet the needs of Georgia's residents.

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  1. Senate Introduced Sep 24, 2009
  2. Senate Passed Sep 24, 2009

Extends condolences to the families of those who lost their lives, and to families who lost their homes and other property, in the floods in Georgia. Thanks the people of Georgia and the surrounding states who worked to protect people from the rising floodwaters.

What it does: CRS summary · Passed Senate without amendment · Sep 24, 2009

(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.)

Extends condolences to the families of those who lost their lives, and to families who lost their homes and other property, in the floods in Georgia. Thanks the people of Georgia and the surrounding states who worked to protect people from the rising floodwaters. Expresses support as the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) responds to the needs of the affected people and communities. Honors the emergency responders for their bravery and sacrifice.

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

About this bill and sources

Official title: A resolution expressing condolences to the families of the individuals killed during unusual storms and floods in the State of Georgia between September 18 and September 21, 2009, and expressing gratitude to all of the emergency personnel who continue to work with unyielding determination to meet the needs of Georgia's residents.

Latest action (Sep 24, 2009): Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S9858; text as passed Senate: CR S9858; text of measure as introduced: CR S9853)

Policy area: Emergency Management · Origin: Senate · Introduced: Sep 24, 2009

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

  1. Senate Introduced Sep 24, 2009
  2. Senate Passed Sep 24, 2009

No recorded floor vote found.