Topic

Hurricanes

Bills 570 First seen 107th Most recent 110th

570 bills on this subject

Filed across 4 Congresses, from the 107th to the 110th, and most in the 109th at 362. A subject is a heading the Library of Congress assigns to a bill, and a bill usually carries several, so these are the bills that touch this subject rather than the bills only about it.

Bills by Congress 107th to 110th
362 bills in the 109th Congress. Showing 211–240, newest first. Every Congress
Bill Title Status Latest action
HR 6 Energy Policy Act of 2005 Became Public Law No: 109-58. August 8, 2005
HRES 948 Recognizing the dedication of the employees at the National Aeronautics and Space Administration's Stennis Space Center who, during and after Hurricane Katrina's assault on Mississippi, provided shelter and medical care to storm evacuees and logistical support for storm recovery efforts, while effectively maintaining critical facilities at the Center. Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. September 26, 2006
HRES 935 Acknowledging the progress yet to be made in the rebuilding after Hurricanes Katrina and Rita. Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings and Emergency Management. July 21, 2006
HRES 931 Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that on August 27, 2006, people of goodwill throughout the United States should remember the victims of Hurricane Katrina, both living and dead, and pledge to work toward the repair, rebuilding, and resettlement of the Gulf Coast of the United States. Referred to the House Committee on Government Reform. July 20, 2006
HRES 892 Recognizing the dedication of the employees at the National Aeronautics and Space Administration's Michoud Assembly Facility, the "Michoud Hurricane Ride-Out Team", who risked their lives during Hurricane Katrina's assault on southeast Louisiana, and kept the generators and pumps running to protect the facilities and flight hardware, and whose dedication kept the Michoud Assembly Facility an island of dry land, which made it possible to resume External Tank production less than 5 weeks after the storm passed. Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. July 24, 2006
HRES 823 Commending the outstanding efforts by members of faith-based and community organizations in response to Hurricane Katrina and Hurricane Rita. Referred to the House Committee on Government Reform. May 19, 2006
HRES 567 Expressing the condolences of the Nation to the victims of the 2005 hurricane season, commending the resiliency of the people of the States of Alabama, Florida, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, and Texas and committing to stand by them in the relief and recovery effort. Referred to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, and in addition to the Committee on Science, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned. November 17, 2005
HRES 530 Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives condemning the actions of the Gretna Police Department, the Jefferson Parish Sheriff's Department and all officers under their command who closed to foot traffic the Greater New Orleans Bridge in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina and prevented hundreds of citizens from evacuating the City of New Orleans, and recognizing that at all times and especially during a time of national crisis, that all citizens should be treated in a lawful manner and with dignity and respect. Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution. February 6, 2006
HRES 488 Requesting that the President transmit to the House of Representatives information in his possession relating to contracts for services or construction related to Hurricane Katrina recovery. Placed on the House Calendar, Calendar No. 110. November 3, 2005
HRES 486 Commending the Coast Guard for its extraordinary efforts in response to Hurricane Katrina and Hurricane Rita. Referred to the Subcommittee on Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation. October 11, 2005
HRES 477 Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the crisis of Hurricane Katrina should not be used to weaken, waive, or roll back Federal public health, environmental, and environmental justice laws and regulations, and for other purposes. Referred to the Subcommittee on Environment and Hazardous Materials. October 7, 2005
HRES 467 Requesting that the President transmit to the House of Representatives information in his possession relating to contracts for services or construction related to Hurricane Katrina recovery that relate to wages and benefits to be paid to workers. Placed on the House Calendar, Calendar No. 107. October 28, 2005
HRES 449 To create a select committee to monitor and investigate the awarding and carrying out of contracts related to the relief and reconstruction efforts in response to Hurricane Katrina. Referred to the House Committee on Rules. September 15, 2005
HRES 437 To establish the Select Bipartisan Committee to Investigate the Preparation for and Response to Hurricane Katrina. Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. September 15, 2005
HRES 435 Establishment of a select committee to investigate and oversee the awarding and execution of contracts for relief and reconstruction activities in areas affected by hurricane Katrina. Referred to the House Committee on Rules. September 8, 2005
HRES 432 Creating a select committee to investigate the awarding and carrying out of contracts to rebuild communities devastated by Hurricane Katrina. Referred to the House Committee on Rules. September 8, 2005
HRES 428 Expressing the sincere gratitude of the House of Representatives to the foreign individuals, organizations, and governments that have offered material assistance and other forms of support to those who have been affected by Hurricane Katrina. Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. September 8, 2005
HRES 425 Expressing the condolences of the Nation to the victims of Hurricane Katrina, commending the resiliency of the people of the States of Louisiana, Mississippi, and Alabama, and committing to stand by them in the relief and recovery effort. Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. September 7, 2005
HRES 302 Recognizing and commending the continuing dedication and commitment of employers of the members of the National Guard and the other reserve components who have been mobilized during the Global War on Terrorism and in defense of the United States. Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. November 8, 2005
S 4119 A bill to clarify the tax treatment of certain payments made to homeowners by the Louisiana Recovery Authority and the Mississippi Development Authority. Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance. December 8, 2006
S 4111 Louisiana Water Resources Projects Act of 2006 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works. December 8, 2006
S 4105 A bill to authorize the project for hurricane and storm damage reduction, Morganza to the Gulf of Mexico, Louisiana. Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works. December 7, 2006
S 4097 Small Business Disaster Response and Loan Improvements Act of 2006 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship. (text of measure as introduced: CR S11336-113341) December 6, 2006
S 4095 A bill to extend the period in which the State of Louisiana may spend funds from the additional allotment provided to the State under the Social Services Block Grant program for necessary expenses related to the consequences of Hurricane Katrina and other hurricanes in the Gulf of Mexico in 2005. Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance. December 6, 2006
S 4094 A bill to extend the period in which States may spend funds from the additional allotments provided to States under the Social Services Block Grant program for necessary expenses related to the consequences of Hurricane Katrina and other hurricanes in the Gulf of Mexico in 2005. Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance. December 6, 2006
S 4072 Gulf Coast Back to Business and Homes Act of 2006 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship. (text of measure as introduced: CR S11074) November 16, 2006
S 4071 A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to extend the placed-in-service date requirement for low-income housing credit buildings and bonus depreciation property and the period for rehabilitation expenditures in the Gulf Opportunity Zone. Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance. (text of measure as introduced: CR S11072) November 16, 2006
S 4039 Global Warming Reduction Act of 2006 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance. September 29, 2006
S 4005 National Hurricane Research Initiative Act of 2006 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. September 29, 2006
S 3991 Emergency Farm Relief Act of 2006 Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR S10565, S10568, S10568-10569, S10569) September 29, 2006

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