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HRES 75 111th Congress House Transportation and Public Works Accidents Aviation and airports Congressional tributes New York City Transportation employees Transportation safety and security

Honoring Chesley B. "Sully" Sullenberger III and the crew of US Airways Flight 1549 for their heroism, calm under pressure, and dedication to the safety of passengers on board.

Introduced: January 21, 2009 See on congress.gov
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Jan 22, 2009
Referred to the Subcommittee on Aviation.
Jan 21, 2009
Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.
Jan 21, 2009
Introduced in House
 Plain-English summary Congressional Research Service

Honors Chesley B. Sullenberger III as the "Hero of the Hudson" and commends him for his display of courage.

Praises Chesley B. Sullenberger III, not only for his commitment to the safety of the passengers of US Airways Flight 1549, but for his safety-related efforts with respect to the airline industry.

What's happening now January 22, 2009

Referred to the Subcommittee on Aviation.

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