Expressing the sense of the Congress with regard to the need for improved fire safety in nonresidential buildings in the aftermath of the tragic fire on February 20, 2003, at a nightclub in West Warwick, Rhode Island.
The source supplies the latest action, but no lifecycle stage.
Latest action (14 Mar 2003): Message on Senate action sent to the House.
What this bill does
This resolution, H.Con.Res. 85, expresses Congress's sentiment regarding fire safety in nonresidential buildings. It specifically highlights the tragic nightclub fire in West Warwick, Rhode Island, on February 20, 2003. The resolution conveys condolences to the victims' families and gratitude to those who responded to the incident.
The bill aims to bring attention to the need for improved fire safety by urging state and local officials, along with entertainment facility owners, to review their current safety practices, fire codes, and enforcement measures. This action is intended to prevent similar tragedies from occurring in the future.
H.Con.Res. 85 was introduced in the House of Representatives on March 10, 2003, and has since been sent to the Senate for consideration. As a concurrent resolution, it expresses the sense of Congress rather than enacting new laws or allocating funds.
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Timeline
14 Mar 2003
Message on Senate action sent to the House.
Common questions
- What does H.Con.Res. 85 do?
- This resolution, H.Con.Res. 85, expresses Congress's sentiment regarding fire safety in nonresidential buildings. It specifically highlights the tragic nightclub fire in West Warwick, Rhode Island, on February 20, 2003. The resolution conveys condolences to the victims' families and gratitude to those who responded to the incident. The bill aims to bring attention to the need for improved fire safety by urging state and local officials, along with entertainment facility owners, to review their current safety practices, fire codes, and enforcement measures. This action is intended to prevent similar tragedies from occurring in the future. H.Con.Res. 85 was introduced in the House of Representatives on March 10, 2003, and has since been sent to the Senate for consideration. As a concurrent resolution, it expresses the sense of Congress rather than enacting new laws or allocating funds.
- Has H.Con.Res. 85 become law?
- The source does not supply a confirmed lifecycle stage for H.Con.Res. 85. Check the latest action and official source below.
- Who sponsored H.Con.Res. 85?
- H.Con.Res. 85 was sponsored by Rep. Langevin, James R. [D-RI-2] (D-RI), with 11 cosponsors.
- What's the latest action on H.Con.Res. 85?
- Message on Senate action sent to the House. (14 Mar 2003).
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