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H.Res. 731 (111th)

Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the employees of the Department of Homeland Security, their partners at all levels of government, and the millions of emergency response providers and law enforcement agents nationwide should be commended for their dedicated service on the Nation's front lines in the war against acts of terrorism.

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Introduced

10 September 2009

Last action

1 October 2009 · Floor

Status

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

Sponsors

Rep. Clarke, Yvette D. [D-NY-9], Rep. King, Peter T. [R-NY-2], Rep. Carney, Christopher P. [D-PA-10], Rep. Cuellar, Henry [D-TX-28], Rep. Thompson, Bennie G. [D-MS-2], Rep. Rogers, Mike D. [R-AL-3], Rep. Bilirakis, Gus M. [R-FL-12], Rep. Green, Al [D-TX-9], Rep. Sanchez, Loretta [D-CA-46], Rep. Pascrell, Bill, Jr. [D-NJ-9], Del. Norton, Eleanor Holmes [D-DC-At Large], Rep. Massa, Eric J. J. [D-NY-29], Rep. Cao, Anh "Joseph" [R-LA-2], Rep. Lungren, Daniel E. [R-CA-3], Rep. Richardson, Laura [D-CA-37], Rep. Miller, Candice S. [R-MI-10], Rep. Jackson Lee, Sheila [D-TX-18], Rep. Cleaver, Emanuel [D-MO-5], Rep. Kilroy, Mary Jo [D-OH-15], Rep. Harman, Jane [D-CA-36], Rep. Titus, Dina [D-NV-1]

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5 December 2025

Summary

Commends the public servants of the federal agencies for their contributions to homeland security. Salutes the efforts of government officials, the private sector, and citizens across the country to prevent, deter, protect against, and prepare to respond to potential acts of terrorism. Expresses appreciation for the commitment of law enforcement and emergency response personnel in preventing and preparing to respond to acts of terrorism. Expresses support for the goals and ideals of National Preparedness Month as they relate to the threat of terrorism.

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Timeline

  1. 10 September 2009

    Introduced

    Referred to the House Committee on Homeland Security.

    Source: IntroReferral

  2. 10 September 2009

    Introduced

    Introduced in House

    Source: IntroReferral

  3. 10 September 2009

    Introduced

    Introduced in House

    Source: IntroReferral

  4. 30 September 2009

    Floor

    At the conclusion of debate, the chair put the question on the motion to suspend the rules. Ms. Clarke 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.

    Source: Floor

  5. 30 September 2009

    Floor

    DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 731.

    Source: Floor

  6. 30 September 2009

    Floor

    Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H10078-10080)

    Source: Floor

  7. 30 September 2009

    Floor

    Ms. Clarke moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution.

    Source: Floor

  8. 1 October 2009

    Passed

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

    Source: Floor

  9. 1 October 2009

    Passed

    On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR 9/30/2009 H10078)

    Source: Floor

  10. 1 October 2009

    Passed

    Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote.(text: CR 9/30/2009 H10078)

    Source: Floor

  11. 1 October 2009

    Floor

    Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H10433)

    Source: Floor

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  • Engrossed in House (text)

    Engrossed in House · EN · 1 October 2009

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    Engrossed in House · EN · 1 October 2009

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  • Passed House without amendment

    summary · EN · 1 October 2009

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    Introduced in House · EN · 10 September 2009

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