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Honoring Victims of American Airlines Flight 587 Crash

This House of Representatives resolution commemorates the victims of American Airlines Flight 587 crash on November 12, 2001, in New York. The document extends the sincerest condolences to the families and friends of the 265 individuals who lost their lives in this tragedy, including 260 on board and 5 on the ground. It also highlights the importance of annual memorial ceremonies for the event.
Key points
The resolution officially honors and remembers all 265 victims of American Airlines Flight 587 crash.
It conveys deep condolences to the families, friends, and communities affected by the tragedy.
It marks the twentieth anniversary of the crash, which occurred on November 12, 2001.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HRES_791
Sponsor: Rep. Espaillat, Adriano [D-NY-13]
Process start date: 2021-11-12
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Honoring and remembering the victims of the crash of American Airlines Flight 587 in Rockaway Queens, New York, on November 12, 2001, and extending the sincerest condolences of the citizens of the United States to the families and friends of those individuals.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HRES_791.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-11-12.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The resolution officially honors and remembers all 265 victims of American Airlines Flight 587 crash.
  • It conveys deep condolences to the families, friends, and communities affected by the tragedy.
  • It marks the twentieth anniversary of the crash, which occurred on November 12, 2001.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Espaillat, Adriano [D-NY-13].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Aviation.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-27.

What is the impact of this bill?

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