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[Congressional Bills 110th Congress]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office]
[H. Res. 606 Introduced in House (IH)]

110th CONGRESS
  1st Session
H. RES. 606

Honoring the city of Minneapolis, first responders, and the citizens of 
 the State of Minnesota for their valiant efforts in responding to the 
horrific collapse of the Interstate Route 35W Mississippi River Bridge.

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                    IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

                             August 2, 2007

Mr. Ellison (for himself, Mr. Oberstar, Ms. McCollum of Minnesota, Mr. 
Ramstad, Mr. Peterson of Minnesota, Mr. Walz of Minnesota, Mr. Kline of 
Minnesota, and Mrs. Bachmann) submitted the following resolution; which 
   was referred to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure

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                               RESOLUTION

 
Honoring the city of Minneapolis, first responders, and the citizens of 
 the State of Minnesota for their valiant efforts in responding to the 
horrific collapse of the Interstate Route 35W Mississippi River Bridge.

Whereas the Interstate Route 35W Mississippi River Bridge located in 
        Minneapolis, Minnesota, collapsed on August 1, 2007, during the evening 
        rush hour;
Whereas Minneapolis police and fire officials have reported a rising number of 
        fatalities and injuries resulting from the tragedy;
Whereas because rescue and recovery efforts are ongoing, the effect of the 
        tragedy on the community and on Minnesota families is still unfolding;
Whereas the first emergency personnel on the scene responded to the tragedy 
        without hesitation, risking their health and safety to rescue victims 
        and to provide emergency care to the injured;
Whereas as there are questions that remain unanswered about the tragedy, it is 
        clear that the commitment and heroism exhibited by first responders in 
        the minutes and hours following the tragedy saved countless lives;
Whereas the people of Minnesota and the Nation recognize that the dedication of 
        first responders will remain steadfast throughout the ongoing recovery, 
        repair, and rebuilding efforts;
Whereas scores of ordinary people became extraordinary citizens following the 
        tragedy by rushing to the aid of their fellow Minnesotans;
Whereas the residents of Minneapolis should be commended for their bravery and 
        tireless efforts following the tragedy on behalf of their neighbors and 
        their city;
Whereas there was an immediate outpouring of support and assistance from 
        surrounding communities following the tragedy, including over 50 
        organizations and local units of government; and
Whereas the heartbreaking images coming out of Minneapolis have captured the 
        attention and sympathy of the Nation: Now, therefore, be it
    Resolved,  That the House of Representatives--
            (1) honors the city of Minneapolis, first responders, and 
        the citizens of the State of Minnesota for their valiant 
        efforts in responding to the horrific collapse of the 
        Interstate Route 35W Mississippi River Bridge;
            (2) praises the people of Minneapolis and Minnesota for 
        their great courage in this time of crisis;
            (3) recognizes the leadership and passionate commitment of 
        the elected officials representing the people of Minneapolis, 
        Hennepin County, and the State of Minnesota;
            (4) honors the emergency responders, within and beyond 
        Minneapolis, for their bravery and sacrifice following the 
        tragedy;
            (5) extends its heartfelt sympathies to the families of all 
        those lost in the tragedy; and
            (6) reaffirms its support and commitment to all of the 
        Nation's law enforcement officers, firefighters, and emergency 
        medical technicians as they selflessly serve their communities, 
        regardless of the peril or hazard to themselves.
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