United States · Resolution · HRES
H.Res. 1420 (110th)
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives regarding the terrorist attacks launched against the United States on September 11, 2001.
Introduced
9 September 2008
Last action
11 September 2008 · Floor
Status
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Sponsors
Rep. Hoyer, Steny H. [D-MD-5], Rep. Boehner, John A. [R-OH-8]
Subjects
Defence
Source updated
6 June 2025
Summary
Recognizes September 11 as a day of solemn commemoration. Extends deepest condolences to friends, families, and loved ones of the innocent victims of the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks. Honors the heroic service, actions, and sacrifices of first responders, law enforcement personnel, state and local officials, volunteers and others who aided the victims and, in doing so, risked and often sacrificed their own lives. Expresses gratitude to foreign leaders and citizens who have assisted and continue to assist the United States against terrorism. Asserts that the war on terrorism is not a war on any nation, people, or faith. Recognizes the heroic service, actions, and sacrifices of U.S. Armed Forces and civilian personnel in the defense against terrorists and their supporters. Vows to continue to identify, intercept, and defeat terrorists. Reaffirms that the American people will never forget the sacrifices made on and since September 11, 2001, and will defeat those who attacked the United States through our shared determination, spirit, and embrace of democratic values.
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Timeline
9 September 2008
Introduced
Referred to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform, and in addition to the Committees on Foreign Affairs, Armed Services, Transportation and Infrastructure, Homeland Security, the Judiciary, and Intelligence (Permanent Select), 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.
Source: IntroReferral
9 September 2008
Introduced
Referred to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform, and in addition to the Committees on Foreign Affairs, Armed Services, Transportation and Infrastructure, Homeland Security, the Judiciary, and Intelligence (Permanent Select), 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.
Source: IntroReferral
9 September 2008
Introduced
Introduced in House
Source: IntroReferral
9 September 2008
Introduced
Introduced in House
Source: IntroReferral
11 September 2008
Passed
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Source: Floor
11 September 2008
Vote
On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 402 - 0 (Roll no. 586). (text: CR H8025-8026)
Source: Floor
11 September 2008
Vote
Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 402 - 0 (Roll no. 586).(text: CR H8025-8026)
Source: Floor
11 September 2008
Floor
Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H8025-8038)
Source: Floor
11 September 2008
Vote
At the conclusion of debate, the Yeas and Nays were demanded and ordered. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 8, rule XX, the Chair announced that further proceedings on the motion would be postponed.
Source: Floor
11 September 2008
Floor
DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 1420.
Source: Floor
11 September 2008
Floor
Mr. Hoyer moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution.
Source: Floor
Votes
No vote records are attached yet.
Versions
- Engrossed in House · 11 September 2008 · Download file
- Introduced in House · 9 September 2008 · Download file
Documents
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Engrossed in House (text)
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Engrossed in House (text)
Engrossed in House · EN · 11 September 2008
Engrossed in House (PDF)
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Passed House without amendment
summary · EN · 11 September 2008
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Sources
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- Official source: https://www.congress.gov/bill/110th-congress/house-resolution/1420
- Open data entity: https://api.congress.gov/v3/bill/110/hres/1420
- us · 110-hres-1420 · source updated 6 June 2025