Expressing the sense of the Senate and House of Representatives regarding the terrorist attacks launched against the United States on September 11, 2001.

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Congressional Summary of HJRES 61

Condemns the terrorists who attacked the United States on September 11, 2001, as well as their sponsors.

Extends condolences to the victims and their families and commends the heroic actions of the rescue workers, volunteers, and State and local officials who responded.

Declares that the United States is entitled under international law to respond to these attacks.

Expresses: (1) thanks to those foreign leaders and individuals who have expressed solidarity with the United States in the aftermath of the attacks and asks them to continue to stand with the United States in the war against international terrorism; (2) a commitment to support increased resources in the war to eradicate terrorism; and (3) support for the determination of the President to bring to justice and punish the perpetrators of these attacks and their sponsors.

Declares September 12, 2001, to be a National Day of Unity and Mourning.

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Current Status of Bill HJRES 61

Bill HJRES 61 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since September 12, 2001. Bill HJRES 61 was introduced during Congress 107 and was introduced to the House on September 12, 2001. Bill HJRES 61's most recent activity was Laid on the table. See S.J. Res. 22 for further action. as of September 13, 2001

Bipartisan Support of Bill HJRES 61

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HJRES 61

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Crime and Law Enforcement

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Air piracyArmed Forces and National SecurityBombingsCommemorationsCommercial aircraftCongressCongress and foreign policyCongressional tributesCongressional-Presidential relationsCriminal investigationDefense budgetsDepartment of DefenseDisaster reliefEBB TerrorismEconomics and Public FinanceEmergency ManagementFamiliesFederal installationsFederal office buildingsForeign leadersGovernment Operations and PoliticsInternational AffairsInternational lawLocal officialsNew York CityOffice buildingsPennsylvaniaPresident and foreign policyProsecutionRescue workSeptember 11, 2001Signs and symbolsSocial WelfareSpecial daysState officialsTerrorismTransportation and Public WorksVictims of terrorismVirginiaVolunteer workers

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HJRES 61

Expressing the sense of the Senate and House of Representatives regarding the terrorist attacks launched against the United States on September 11, 2001.Expressing the sense of the Senate and House of Representatives regarding the terrorist attacks launched against the United States on September 11, 2001.

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