[Congressional Bills 116th Congress]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office]
[S. Res. 71 Agreed to Senate (ATS)]
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116th CONGRESS
1st Session
S. RES. 71
Honoring the memory of the victims of the senseless attack at Marjory
Stoneman Douglas High School 1 year ago.
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IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES
February 14, 2019
Mr. Rubio (for himself and Mr. Scott of Florida) submitted the
following resolution; which was considered and agreed to
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RESOLUTION
Honoring the memory of the victims of the senseless attack at Marjory
Stoneman Douglas High School 1 year ago.
Whereas, on February 14, 2018, a mass shooting that took the lives of 17
teachers and students took place at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School
in Parkland, Florida;
Whereas the people of the United States continue to pray for those who were
affected by this tragedy;
Whereas President Donald Trump stated: ``No child, no teacher, should ever be in
danger in an American school. No parent should ever have to fear for
their sons and daughters when they kiss them goodbye in the morning.'';
Whereas the Parkland community has shown strength, compassion, and unity in the
past year; and
Whereas February 14, 2019, marks 1 year since the horrific attack: Now,
therefore, be it
Resolved, That the Senate--
(1) commemorates the victims killed in the attack and
offers heartfelt condolences and deepest sympathies to the
families, loved ones, and friends of the victims;
(2) honors the survivors and pledges continued support for
their recovery;
(3) recognizes the strength and resilience of the Marjory
Stoneman Douglas High School community; and
(4) expresses gratitude to the emergency medical and health
care professionals of the Parkland community for their efforts
in responding to the attack and caring for the victims and
survivors.
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