Mourning the horrific loss of life caused by the floods and mudslides that occurred in October 2005 in Central America and Mexico and expressing the sense of Congress that the United States should do everything possible to assist the affected people and communities.

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States that Congress: (1) mourns the horrific loss of life caused by the October 2005 floods and mudslides in Central America and Mexico, and expresses its deep condolences to the the victims' families; (2) commits to provide the necessary resources for the relief and rebuilding of Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, and Mexico; (3) recognizes the growing international relief effort; and (4) encourages the Administration and other international donors to provide immediate and long-term assistance for the reconstruction of affected infrastructure. Expresses the sense of Congress that it should be U.S. policy: (1) to promote economic growth and improved living standards, reduce poverty, and promote democracy and the rule of law in the countries of Central America; (2) in concert with multilateral humanitarian organizations, the Organization of American States (OAS), and the Inter-American Development Bank to support the reconstruction of affected communities; and (3) to encourage the governments of these countries to improve disaster mitigation techniques and compliance among key societal sectors.

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• Referred in Senate (text)

  Referred in Senate · EN · 12 December 2005

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• Referred in Senate (PDF)

  Referred in Senate · EN · 12 December 2005

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• Engrossed in House (text)

  Engrossed in House · EN · 6 December 2005

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• Engrossed in House (PDF)

  Engrossed in House · EN · 6 December 2005

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• Passed House amended

  summary · EN · 6 December 2005

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• Introduced in House (text)

  Introduced in House · EN · 27 October 2005

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• Introduced in House (PDF)

  Introduced in House · EN · 27 October 2005

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• Introduced in House

  summary · EN · 27 October 2005

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