Condemning, in the strongest possible terms, the heinous atrocities that occurred in Aurora, Colorado.
Message on Senate action sent to the House.
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Version 82 · Passed Senate without amendment · Jul 26, 2012
(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.)
Condemns the atrocities that occurred in Aurora, Colorado, on July 20, 2012. Offers condolences to the families, friends, and loved ones of those who were killed and expresses hope for the rapid and complete recovery of the wounded.
Applauds the hard work and dedication exhibited by the hundreds of officials and others who offered their support and assistance.
Honors the resilience of the community of Aurora and Colorado.
Received in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S5628)
Passed/agreed to in Senate: Received in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.(consideration: CR S5628)
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H5297)
Passed/agreed to in House: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by voice vote.(text: CR H5297)
The previous question was ordered pursuant to a previous order of the House. (consideration: CR H5302)
DEBATE - The House proceeded with 30 minutes of debate on H. Con. Res. 134.
Pursuant to the order of the House of July 25, 2012, the House proceeded with consideration of H. Con. Res. 134. (consideration: CR H5297-5302)
Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
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Introduced in House
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