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H.Res. 505 (112th)

Expressing the sense of sympathy of the House of Representatives to those who perished or were displaced in the Philippines as a result of the December 16, 2011 flooding.

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Introduced

20 December 2011

Last action

3 February 2012 · Referred

Status

Referred to the Subcommittee on Asia and the Pacific.

Sponsors

Rep. Austria, Steve [R-OH-7], Rep. Honda, Michael M. [D-CA-17], ED ROYCE, JOSEPH CROWLEY, Adam Smith, Gregorio Sablan, Del. Faleomavaega, Eni F. H. [D-AS-At Large], Rep. Bilbray, Brian P. [R-CA-50], Del. Bordallo, Madeleine Z. [D-GU-At Large], Rep. Richardson, Laura [D-CA-37], Jackie Speier, Colleen Hanabusa, Rep. Filner, Bob [D-CA-51]

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Source updated

23 January 2025

Summary

Mourns with the people of the Philippines and all the areas affected for the loss of life caused by Tropical Storm Washi and the ensuing floods. Conveys deepest sympathy to the relatives of the victims. Reaffirms the longstanding U.S.- Philippines friendship. Pledges support for disaster relief and to reduce further loss of life and suffering of the Filipino people. Urges the U.S. government to work with the people and the leadership of the Republic of the Philippines during their recovery efforts.

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Timeline

  1. 20 December 2011

    Introduced

    Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.

    Source: IntroReferral

  2. 20 December 2011

    Introduced

    Introduced in House

    Source: IntroReferral

  3. 20 December 2011

    Introduced

    Introduced in House

    Source: IntroReferral

  4. 3 February 2012

    Referred

    Referred to the Subcommittee on Asia and the Pacific.

    Source: Committee

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