H.Res. 1021 (111th): Expressing condolences to and solidarity with the people of Haiti in the aftermath of the devastating earthquake of January 12, 2010.

Introduced:
Jan 20, 2010 (111th Congress, 2009–2010)
Sponsor:
Rep. Barbara Lee [D-CA9]
Status:
Agreed To (Simple Resolution)

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Status

This simple resolution was agreed to on January 21, 2010. That is the end of the legislative process for a simple resolution.

Progress
Introduced Jan 20, 2010
Agreed To (Simple Resolution) Jan 21, 2010
Votes

House Vote on Passage
Jan 21, 2010 12:52 p.m.
Passed 411/1

Cosponsors
53 cosponsors (51D, 2R) (show)
Committees

House Financial Services

House Foreign Affairs

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Last updated Jan 21, 2010.
6 pages

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1/21/2010--Passed House without amendment. (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Expresses: (1) condolences and sympathy for the loss of life and the physical and psychological damage in Haiti caused by the January 2010 earthquake; and (2) solidarity with Haitians, Haitian Americans, and those who have lost loved ones or have otherwise been affected by the tragedy. Commends the efforts of the governments of Haiti and the United States, the United Nations and the international community, and the American people. Supports: (1) Administration efforts to provide and coordinate international humanitarian assistance and to provide relief to affected communities; and (2) long-term reconstruction efforts for Haiti. Urges countries and institutions that hold debt against Haiti to suspend debt payments and cancel all remaining debt. Urges the President to make necessary resources available for current and long-term assistance to Haiti.

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