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Commemorating 50th Anniversary of S.S. Edmund Fitzgerald Sinking and Maritime Safety.

The House of Representatives commemorates the 50th anniversary of the tragic sinking of the S.S. Edmund Fitzgerald, which claimed 29 lives. This resolution is symbolic, honoring the victims and recognizing the crucial contribution of Great Lakes shipping to the nation's economy. It also highlights that this tragedy led to significant improvements in maritime safety, protecting current water transport workers.
Key points
The resolution honors the memory of the 29 crew members lost in 1975, recognizing their contribution to US maritime heritage.
It emphasizes that lessons learned from the disaster led to improvements in vessel safety, weather forecasting, and crew training, enhancing transport security.
It acknowledges the importance of Great Lakes shipping to the economic strength and commerce of the United States.
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Print number: 119_HRES_869
Sponsor: Rep. Bergman, Jack [R-MI-1]
Process start date: 2025-11-10