Honoring the sacrifice and courage of the 16 coal miners killed in various mine disasters in West Virginia, and recognizing the rescue crews for their outstanding efforts in the aftermath of the tragedies.

Summary

Recognizes Thomas Anderson, Alva Martin Bennett, Jim Bennett, Jerry Groves, George Hamner Jr., Terry Helms, David Lewis, Martin Toler, Fred Ware Jr., Jack Weaver, Jesse Jones, and Marshall Winans for their sacrifice in the Sago, West Virginia, coal mine. Recognizes Don Israel Bragg and Ellery "Elvis" Hatfield for their sacrifice in the Aracoma Alma, West Virginia coal mine. Extends the deepest condolences of the Nation to the families of these men. Recognizes Randal McCloy for his stamina and courage that enabled him to survive in severe conditions for over 40 hours. Recognizes the rescue crews for their outstanding effort resulting in the safe rescue of Randal McCloy, and the many volunteers who provided support for the miners' families during the rescue operations.

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Timeline

1. 31 January 2006

   Introduced

   Referred to the House Committee on Education and the Workforce.

   Source: IntroReferral

2. 31 January 2006

   Introduced

   Introduced in House

   Source: IntroReferral

3. 31 January 2006

   Introduced

   Introduced in House

   Source: IntroReferral

4. 8 February 2006

   Passed

   The title of the measure was amended. Agreed to without objection.

   Source: Floor

5. 8 February 2006

   Passed

   Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.

   Source: Floor

6. 8 February 2006

   Passed

   On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H180)

   Source: Floor

7. 8 February 2006

   Passed

   Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by voice vote.(text: CR H180)

   Source: Floor

8. 8 February 2006

   Floor

   DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Con. Res. 331.

   Source: Floor

9. 8 February 2006

   Floor

   Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H180-185)

   Source: Floor

10. 8 February 2006

    Floor

    Mrs. Drake moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended.

    Source: Floor

11. 9 February 2006

    Passed

    Received in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S1044)

    Source: Floor

12. 9 February 2006

    Passed

    Passed/agreed to in Senate: Received in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.(consideration: CR S1044)

    Source: Floor

13. 10 February 2006

    Floor

    Message on Senate action sent to the House.

    Source: Floor

Votes

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Versions

• Enrolled Bill · undated · Official file
• Received in Senate · 9 February 2006 · Official file
• Engrossed in House · 8 February 2006 · Official file
• Introduced in House · 31 January 2006 · Official file

Documents

11 official files

• Enrolled Bill (text)

  Enrolled Bill · EN

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• Enrolled Bill (PDF)

  Enrolled Bill · EN

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• Received in Senate (text)

  Received in Senate · EN · 9 February 2006

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• Received in Senate (PDF)

  Received in Senate · EN · 9 February 2006

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• Passed Senate without amendment

  summary · EN · 9 February 2006

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• Engrossed in House (text)

  Engrossed in House · EN · 8 February 2006

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• Engrossed in House (PDF)

  Engrossed in House · EN · 8 February 2006

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• Passed House amended

  summary · EN · 8 February 2006

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• Introduced in House (text)

  Introduced in House · EN · 31 January 2006

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• Introduced in House (PDF)

  Introduced in House · EN · 31 January 2006

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• Introduced in House

  summary · EN · 31 January 2006

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Sponsors

• Shelley Capito · R · Sponsor
• Rep. Rahall, Nick J., II [D-WV-4] · D · Sponsor
• Rep. Mollohan, Alan B. [D-WV-1] · D · Sponsor
• Rep. Boehner, John A. [R-OH-8] · R · Sponsor
• Rep. Miller, George [D-CA-7] · D · Sponsor
• Tim Murphy · R · Cosponsor
• Rep. Owens, Major R. [D-NY-12] · D · Cosponsor
• · hsed00 · Standing

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