Bill > HRes664

This resolution commemorates the 20th anniversary of Hurricanes Katrina and Rita, which devastated the Gulf Coast in 2005, by providing a comprehensive overview of the hurricanes' immense destruction and subsequent recovery efforts. The resolution details the catastrophic impact of these storms, including 1,833 fatalities from Katrina and 120 from Rita, over $171 billion in estimated damage, more than 1 million displaced residents, and the destruction of over 220,000 homes and 40,000 businesses across multiple states. It highlights the heroic response from various entities, including the U.S. Coast Guard, Armed Forces, emergency responders, and charitable organizations like the Red Cross and Habitat for Humanity, who provided crucial rescue, medical assistance, and support services. The resolution also acknowledges the remarkable resilience of affected communities, noting significant recovery milestones such as population and tourism rebounds, and ultimately expresses support for hurricane victims, commends recovery efforts, recognizes the contributions of affected states, and reaffirms a commitment to continuing the region's rebuilding and renewal.

Business and Industry, Transportation and Infrastructure

https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-resolution/664/all-info