[Congressional Record Volume 147, Number 155 (Friday, November 9, 2001)]
[Senate]
[Page S11661]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                         SUBMITTED RESOLUTIONS

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 SENATE RESOLUTION 177--EXPRESSING THE SENSE OF THE SENATE THAT UNITED 
     STATES POSTAL SERVICE EMPLOYEES SHOULD BE COMMENDED FOR THEIR 
   OUTSTANDING SERVICE AND DEDICATION SINCE THE TERRORIST ATTACKS OF 
                           SEPTEMBER 11, 2001

  Mrs. BOXER (for herself and Mr. Akaka) submitted the following 
resolution; which was considered and agreed to:

                              S. Res. 177

       Whereas on September 11, 2001, the Nation was victimized by 
     a horrific terrorist attack, the likes of which have not been 
     seen in United States history;
       Whereas terrorist attacks continued on United States soil 
     after September 11, 2001, in the form of anthrax-tainted 
     letters;
       Whereas these anthrax-tainted letters have led to the 
     deaths of 4 individuals, including 2 United States Postal 
     Service employees;
       Whereas numerous United States Postal Service employees are 
     currently taking antibiotics to protect them from potential 
     anthrax exposure; and
       Whereas the United States Postal Service continues to 
     deliver mail, on the order of approximately 680,000,000 
     pieces per day, to ensure that the daily operation of our 
     citizens and our companies may continue unaffected, despite 
     these dangers: Now, therefore, be it
       Resolved, That the Senate--
       (1) commends the men and women of the United States Postal 
     Service for their outstanding service, hard work, and 
     dedication during this time of national emergency; and
       (2) will continue to work with the United States Postal 
     Service to ensure the safety and well-being of postal workers 
     as they carry out their duties and responsibilities.

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