Honoring the victims, survivors, and those who responded to the Eastland disaster - a shipwreck which resulted in the deaths of 844 passengers and crew - on its centennial.

Bill Number

HRES 375

Introduced

Jul 23, 2015

Latest Action

Referred to the Subcommittee on Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation.

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Topics

Accidents Commemorative events and holidays Congressional tributes First responders and emergency personnel Great Lakes Illinois Marine and inland water transportation Transportation and Public Works Transportation employees Transportation safety and security U.S. history

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Summary

Honors the working-class families of Illinois who lost their lives as a result of the Eastland shipwreck disaster.

Recognizes the brave first responders, both volunteers and professionals, for their rapid response in their community's time of need.

Reaffirms the importance of intelligent maritime safety policy.

Actions

Jul 24, 2015

Referred to the Subcommittee on Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation.
Jul 23, 2015

Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.
Jul 23, 2015

Introduced in House

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