A resolution recognizing the 40th year since the 1984 Bhopal chemical disaster and helping to ensure that no other community suffers another chemical disaster, by designating December 3 as National Chemical Disaster Awareness Day.

12/9/2024, 3:44 PM
Congress
118

Number
SRES - 919

Introduced on
2024-12-03

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

12/3/2024

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
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Introduced to Senate
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Purpose and Summary

This resolution recognizes the 40-year effort of the survivors of the 1984 Bhopal chemical disaster to ensure no other communities suffer a similar disaster by designating December 3 as National Chemical Disaster Awareness Day. Further, the resolution calls on the Department of Justice to take (1) steps in response to requests by the Indian government concerning Dow Inc.; and (2) any other actions necessary to comply with obligations under the Treaty on Mutual Legal Assistance in Criminal Matters, signed at New Delhi on October 17, 2001.

Bill 118 sres 919 is a resolution that aims to recognize the 40th anniversary of the 1984 Bhopal chemical disaster and to prevent future chemical disasters from occurring. The resolution proposes designating December 3 as National Chemical Disaster Awareness Day in order to raise awareness about the dangers of chemical disasters and to promote measures to prevent them.

The 1984 Bhopal chemical disaster was one of the worst industrial accidents in history, resulting in thousands of deaths and injuries due to the release of toxic gases from a pesticide plant in Bhopal, India. The resolution seeks to honor the victims of this tragedy and to ensure that such a disaster never happens again.

By designating December 3 as National Chemical Disaster Awareness Day, the resolution aims to educate the public about the risks associated with chemical disasters and to encourage communities, businesses, and governments to take proactive measures to prevent them. This includes implementing safety regulations, conducting regular inspections of chemical facilities, and providing emergency response training to first responders. Overall, Bill 118 sres 919 is a bipartisan effort to commemorate the victims of the Bhopal chemical disaster and to promote awareness and prevention of future chemical disasters. It underscores the importance of prioritizing safety and preparedness in order to protect communities from the devastating impacts of chemical accidents.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedA resolution recognizing the 40th year since the 1984 Bhopal chemical disaster and helping to ensure that no other community suffers another chemical disaster, by designating December 3 as National Chemical Disaster Awareness Day.

Policy Areas
Environmental Protection

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Latest Summary1/18/2025

This resolution recognizes the 40-year effort of the survivors of the 1984 Bhopal chemical disaster to ensure no other communities suffer a similar disaster by designating December 3 as National Chemical Disaster Awareness Day. Further, the resolu...


Latest Action12/3/2024
Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text: CR S6782)