A resolution expressing the Sense of the Senate on the humanitarian catastrophe caused by the January 12, 2010 earthquake in Haiti.
The source supplies the latest action, but no lifecycle stage.
Latest action (21 Jan 2010): Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S132-133; text as passed Senate: CR S133; text of measure as introduced: CR S127)
What this bill does
This U.S. Senate resolution, S.Res. 392, expresses the Senate's opinion regarding the humanitarian crisis in Haiti following the January 12, 2010 earthquake. It conveys sympathy to the Haitian people, international community members in Haiti, and families of UN officials who died. The resolution also commends the U.S. government's swift emergency aid response and leadership.
The resolution urges actions to protect Haitian orphans and calls for continued long-term assistance to Haiti from all nations. It expresses appreciation for international commitments to Haiti's recovery and supports U.S. personnel involved in rescue efforts. The bill specifically mentions the U.S. Embassy in Port-au-Prince, the Armed Forces, the Coast Guard, and other U.S. agencies.
Introduced on January 21, 2010, by Senator John Kerry, this simple resolution was considered and agreed to by the Senate without amendment on the same day. As a Senate resolution, it does not require a vote in the House of Representatives and does not become law. It serves as a statement of the Senate's sentiment on the matter.
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Official summary
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Expresses sympathy to: (1) the people of Haiti who face catastrophic conditions in the aftermath of the January 12, 2010, earthquake; (2) the members of the international community in Haiti, including the U.S. Embassy staff in Port-au-Prince; and (3) the families and colleagues of U.N. officials who lost their lives.
Applauds the rapid mobilization by President Obama to provide emergency humanitarian assistance to Haiti and the leadership of Secretary of State Clinton, United States Agency for International Development (USAID) Administrator Shah, and General Fraser of the U.S. Southern Command.
Urges that all appropriate efforts be made to: (1) secure the safety of Haitian orphans; and (2) sustain long-term assistance to Haiti.
Expresses appreciation for the international community's ongoing and renewed commitment to Haiti's recovery.
Urges all nations to commit to assisting the people of Haiti with their long-term needs.
Expresses support for the U.S. Embassy team in Port-au-Prince, members of the Armed Forces and Coast Guard, and other U.S. government agencies who are rescuing thousands of U.S. citizens and Haitians.
Timeline
21 Jan 2010
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S132-133; text as passed Senate: CR S133; text of measure as introduced: CR S127)
Common questions
- What does S.Res. 392 do?
- This U.S. Senate resolution, S.Res. 392, expresses the Senate's opinion regarding the humanitarian crisis in Haiti following the January 12, 2010 earthquake. It conveys sympathy to the Haitian people, international community members in Haiti, and families of UN officials who died. The resolution also commends the U.S. government's swift emergency aid response and leadership. The resolution urges actions to protect Haitian orphans and calls for continued long-term assistance to Haiti from all nations. It expresses appreciation for international commitments to Haiti's recovery and supports U.S. personnel involved in rescue efforts. The bill specifically mentions the U.S. Embassy in Port-au-Prince, the Armed Forces, the Coast Guard, and other U.S. agencies. Introduced on January 21, 2010, by Senator John Kerry, this simple resolution was considered and agreed to by the Senate without amendment on the same day. As a Senate resolution, it does not require a vote in the House of Representatives and does not become law. It serves as a statement of the Senate's sentiment on the matter.
- Has S.Res. 392 become law?
- The source does not supply a confirmed lifecycle stage for S.Res. 392. Check the latest action and official source below.
- Who sponsored S.Res. 392?
- S.Res. 392 was sponsored by Sen. Kerry, John F. [D-MA] (D-MA), with 46 cosponsors.
- What's the latest action on S.Res. 392?
- Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S132-133; text as passed Senate: CR S133; text of measure as introduced: CR S127) (21 Jan 2010).
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