H.Res. 367 (111th): Supporting the goals and ideals of National Train Day.

Introduced:
Apr 27, 2009 (111th Congress, 2009–2010)
Sponsor:
Rep. Corrine Brown [D-FL3]
Status:
Agreed To (Simple Resolution)
See Instead:
This bill was re-introduced as H.Res. 252 (112th) on May 05, 2011.

The resolution’s title was written by the resolution’s sponsor. H.Res. stands for House simple resolution.

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Status

This simple resolution was agreed to on May 6, 2009. That is the end of the legislative process for a simple resolution.

Progress
Introduced Apr 27, 2009
Agreed To (Simple Resolution) May 06, 2009
Votes

House Vote on Passage
May 06, 2009 3:30 p.m.
Passed 426/0

Cosponsors
57 cosponsors (50D, 7R) (show)
Committees

House Transportation and Infrastructure

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Summary

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Text

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Last updated May 06, 2009.
2 pages

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5/6/2009--Passed House without amendment. (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary has been expanded because action occurred on the measure.) Recognizes the contribution trains make to the national transportation system. Supports the goals and ideals of National Train Day. Urges the people of the United States to recognize such a day as an opportunity to learn more about trains.

House Republican Conference Summary

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This summary can be found at http://www.gop.gov/bill/111/1/hres367.

Background

According to the resolution's findings, Amtrak has designated May 9, 2009, as National Train Day to celebrate the way trains connect people and places. In May 1869, the "golden spike" was driven into the final tie at Promontory Summit, Utah, to join the Central Pacific and the Union Pacific Railroads, thus ceremonially completing the first transcontinental railroad. Today, an increasing number of people are using trains for travel purposes beyond commuting to and from work. Amtrak annually provides intercity passenger rail travel to over 25 million Americans residing in 46 States.

Summary

H.Res. 367 resolves that the House of Representatives:

•  "Recognizes the contribution trains make to the national transportation system;

•  "Urges the people of the United States to recognize such a day as an opportunity to learn more about trains; and

•  "Supports the goals and ideals of National Train Day as designated by Amtrak."

 The resolution includes findings that state that "Amtrak trains and infrastructure carry commuters to and from work in congested metropolitan areas providing a reliable rail option, reducing congestion on roads and in the skies."

 

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