Congress 110 - HRES 544 - Expressing the sympathy and pledging the support of the House of Representatives and the people of the United States for the victims of the devastating thunderstorms that caused severe flooding in 20 counties in eastern Kansas beginning on June 26, 2007.

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Armed Forces and National Security Charities Churches Commemorations Congressional tributes Crime and Law Enforcement Emergency Management Federal officials Floods Gifts Government Operations and Politics Health Kansas Law enforcement officers Local officials National Guard Paramedical personnel Police Religion Rescue work Social Welfare State officials Volunteer workers

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

Expresses sympathy for the victims of the devastating thunderstorms that caused severe flooding in 20 counties in eastern Kansas beginning on June 26, 2007.

Conveys gratitude to the officials and emergency personnel who responded swiftly to the crisis.

Recognizes the support of volunteers, donors, religious groups, and charitable organizations for the relief efforts.

Commends the spirit and compassion of the people of Kansas.

Actions

Sep 5, 2007

Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Sep 5, 2007

On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 397 - 0 (Roll no. 853). (text: CR H10098-10099)
Sep 5, 2007

Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 397 - 0 (Roll no. 853).(text: CR H10098-10099)
Sep 5, 2007

Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H10114)
Sep 5, 2007

At the conclusion of debate, the Yeas and Nays were demanded and ordered. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 8, rule XX, the Chair announced that further proceedings on the motion would be postponed.
Sep 5, 2007

DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 544.
Sep 5, 2007

Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H10098-10100)
Sep 5, 2007

Mr. Welch (VT) moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution.
Aug 2, 2007

Ordered to be Reported by Unanimous Consent.
Aug 2, 2007

Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.
Jul 12, 2007

Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
Jul 12, 2007

Introduced in House

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