H.Res. 430: Expressing condolences to the citizens of Italy and support for the Government of Italy in the aftermath of the devastating earthquake that struck the Abruzzo region of central Italy.

111th Congress · introduced 2009-05-12 · International Affairs · Latest: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.

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Where it came from: introduced 2009-05-12 · official record
Who proposed it: Rep. Pascrell, Bill, Jr. [D-NJ-8] · what a sponsor is
What happened next: 1 recorded vote in our records. Latest: House roll call 336 (2009): On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Agree, as Amended, HRES430 (2009-06-15), Passed. See all
Where it stands now: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. Not final yet: this can still change. We check for updates every day.
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Official title

Expressing condolences to the citizens of Italy and support for the Government of Italy in the aftermath of the devastating earthquake that struck the Abruzzo region of central Italy.

Plain summary

Mourns the loss of life and expresses condolences to the families of those killed and injured in the earthquake that struck the Abruzzo region of Italy. Applauds the response of Italian rescue workers. Recognizes the deep ties between the United States and Italy and expresses continued solidarity with the people of Italy during this time of crisis. Supports President Obama's offer of U.S. assistance to Italy in response to this event. Urges the people of the United States to support humanitarian aid agencies working to assist the people of Italy in this time of need. Commends the many U.S. organizations, including the National Italian-American Foundation, working to demonstrate support with the Italian people and raising funds to provide needed help. Expresses gratitude to the people of the United States who have supported those humanitarian aid agencies working to assist the people of Italy in this time of need.

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Expressing condolences to the citizens of Italy and support for the Government of Italy in the aftermath of the devastating earthquake that struck the Abruzzo region of central Italy.

Source: Congressional Research Service summary (Passed House amended)

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Sponsor: Rep. Pascrell, Bill, Jr. [D-NJ-8] · 50 cosponsors

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James P. McGovern (D-MA), Nydia M. Velázquez (D-NY), Dina Titus (D-NV), Frank Pallone, Jr. (D-NJ), Rosa L. DeLauro (D-CT), Edward J. Markey (D-MA), Richard E. Neal (D-MA), Joe Wilson (R-SC), Michael K. Simpson (R-ID), Virginia Foxx (R-NC), Steve Scalise (R-LA)

Recorded votes

House roll call 336 (2009): On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Agree, as Amended, HRES430 (2009-06-15): Passed

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Resolution: A formal statement or decision by a legislative body. Simple resolutions often only express an opinion or set rules for one chamber; they do not become law.
Roll-call vote: A vote where each member's position is recorded by name, so the public can see how every member voted. "Yea" means yes, "Nay" means no, "Present" means the member was there but did not take a side.

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Sources

Congressional Research Service summary (Passed House amended)
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Data: GovInfo BILLSTATUS bulk data (Library of Congress), BILLSTATUS-111hres430.xml <https://www.govinfo.gov/bulkdata/BILLSTATUS/111/hres>

Record fed-us-cong111-hres430 · catalog fed-us-congress-bills-cong111 · updated 2026-11-15 by psicol fed-bills-cong111