Expressing condolences to the families of the victims of the February 27, 2010, earthquake in Chile, as well as solidarity with and support for the people of Chile as they plan for recovery and reconstruction.

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Introduced

9 March 2010

Last action

10 March 2010 · Floor

Status

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

Summary

Declares that the House of Representatives mourns the significant loss of life, as well as the physical damage, caused by the February 27, 2010, earthquake and resulting tsunami in Chile. Expresses the deepest condolences of the House and sympathy to the families of the victims. Recognizes that Chile is a close ally and friend of the United States, and that its embrace of democratic ideals and the Chilean government's ability to implement strict building standards greatly mitigated the impact of this disaster. Commends the rescue, relief, and recovery actions, still underway, taken by the government of Chile. Commends the U.S. government, the entire international community, and nongovernmental organizations for their prompt deployment of assistance to Chile. Urges the President to continue to support the government of Chile as it assesses its relief and recovery needs.

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Timeline

9 March 2010
Floor
At the conclusion of debate, the chair put the question on the motion to suspend the rules. Mr. Connolly (VA) objected to the vote on the grounds that a quorum was not present. Further proceedings on the motion were postponed. The point of no quorum was withdrawn.
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9 March 2010
Floor
DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 1144.
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9 March 2010
Floor
Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H1188-1190)
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9 March 2010
Floor
Mr. Connolly (VA) moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution.
Source: Floor
9 March 2010
Introduced
Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
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9 March 2010
Introduced
Introduced in House
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9 March 2010
Introduced
Introduced in House
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10 March 2010
Passed
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Source: Floor
10 March 2010
Vote
On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by recorded vote (2/3 required): 404 - 1 (Roll no. 100). (text: CR 3/9/2010 H1188-1189)
Source: Floor
10 March 2010
Vote
Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by recorded vote (2/3 required): 404 - 1 (Roll no. 100).(text: CR 3/9/2010 H1188-1189)
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10 March 2010
Floor
Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H1287)
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Engrossed in House · 10 March 2010 · Official file
Introduced in House · 9 March 2010 · Official file

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Official source: https://www.congress.gov/bill/111th-congress/house-resolution/1144
Open data entity: https://api.congress.gov/v3/bill/111/hres/1144
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