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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
Summary of Bill SRES 919
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.
Congressional Summary of SRES 919
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.
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Current Status of Bill SRES 919
Bipartisan Support of Bill SRES 919
Total Number of Sponsors
3Democrat Sponsors
3Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
4Democrat Cosponsors
4Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill SRES 919
Primary Policy Focus
Environmental ProtectionAlternate Title(s) of Bill SRES 919
Comments

Esteban Weiner
1 year ago
I think this bill is good because it helps stop bad stuff from happening. Who does this help?

Hezekiah Kemp
1 year ago
I can't believe they're trying to pass this bill. It's heartbreaking to think about the 1984 Bhopal chemical disaster and the lives lost. This resolution won't bring back those who were affected, and it won't prevent future disasters. It's a sad reminder of the dangers of chemical disasters.

Damon Nixon
1 year ago
Hey, what's this bill about? Sounds like it could be important. #ChemicalDisasterAwarenessDay


