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S.Res. 558 · 114th Congress

A resolution honoring the memory and legacy of the 12 Louisiana citizens and 1 Texas citizen who lost their…

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A resolution honoring the memory and legacy of the 12 Louisiana citizens and 1 Texas citizen who lost their lives due to the tragic flooding in the State of Louisiana in August 2016.

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4 cosponsors · 4 R

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  1. Senate Introduced Sep 13, 2016
  2. Senate Passed Sep 13, 2016

Honors the 12 Louisiana citizens and 1 Texas citizen who lost their lives in the August 2016 flooding. Extends condolences and prayers to the families of the victims and to all affected individuals in the communities of the flooded parishes.

What it does: CRS summary · Passed Senate without amendment · Sep 13, 2016

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

Honors the 12 Louisiana citizens and 1 Texas citizen who lost their lives in the August 2016 flooding. Extends condolences and prayers to the families of the victims and to all affected individuals in the communities of the flooded parishes.

Recognizes the law enforcement officers, first responders, and volunteers who have demonstrated tremendous resolve throughout the recovery.

Commends the individuals working to care and provide for the injured and displaced.

Applauds the support, assistance, and aid provided by people across the United States.

Pledges to continue to work together to support Louisiana in its time of need.

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

About this bill and sources

Official title: A resolution honoring the memory and legacy of the 12 Louisiana citizens and 1 Texas citizen who lost their lives due to the tragic flooding in the State of Louisiana in August 2016.

Latest action (Sep 13, 2016): Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (considered: CR S5678; text as passed Senate: CR S5674)

Policy area: Emergency Management · Origin: Senate · Introduced: Sep 13, 2016

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

  1. Senate Introduced Sep 13, 2016
  2. Senate Passed Sep 13, 2016

No recorded floor vote found.