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


                In the House of Representatives, U. S.,

                                                     September 5, 2007.
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.
            Attest:

                                                                          Clerk.