Bill Sponsor
Senate Simple Resolution 278
115th Congress(2017-2018)
A resolution expressing condolences to the victims of Hurricane Harvey, Hurricane Irma, and Hurricane Maria, commending the resiliency of the people of Texas, Louisiana, Florida, Puerto Rico, and the United States Virgin Islands, and expressing gratitude to other neighboring States willing to stand by the people of the affected areas during the relief and recovery efforts.
Introduced
Introduced
Introduced in Senate on Oct 2, 2017
Overview
Text
Introduced
Oct 2, 2017
Latest Action
Oct 2, 2017
Origin Chamber
Senate
Type
Simple Resolution
Simple Resolution
A form of legislative measure introduced and potentially acted upon by only one congressional chamber and used for the regulation of business only within the chamber of origin. Depending on the chamber of origin, they begin with a designation of either H.Res. or S.Res. Joint resolutions and concurrent resolutions are other types of resolutions.
Bill Number
278
Congress
115
Policy Area
Emergency Management
Emergency Management
Primary focus of measure is emergency planning; response to civil disturbances, natural and other disasters, including fires; emergency communications; security preparedness.
Sponsorship by Party
Republican
Texas
Republican
Louisiana
Republican
Louisiana
Democrat
Massachusetts
Senate Votes (0)
No Senate votes have been held for this bill.
Summary

Expresses condolences to the victims of Hurricanes Harvey, Irma, and Maria.

Commends the resiliency and courage of the people of Texas, Louisiana, Florida, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands. Commits to provide the necessary resources to rebuild their communities.

Applauds the work and commitment of emergency responders and law enforcement officers on the ground in the aftermath of such hurricanes.

Text (1)
October 2, 2017
Actions (2)
10/02/2017
Referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs. (text of measure as introduced: CR S6261-6262)
10/02/2017
Introduced in Senate
Public Record
Record Updated
Jan 11, 2023 1:38:12 PM