[Congressional Bills 109th Congress]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office]
[H. Con. Res. 126 Referred in Senate (RFS)]
1st Session
H. CON. RES. 126
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IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES
April 21, 2005
Received and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary
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CONCURRENT RESOLUTION
Expressing the condolences and deepest sympathies of the Congress in
the aftermath of the recent school shooting at Red Lake High School in
Red Lake, Minnesota.
Whereas, on March 21, 2005, a troubled teenager opened fire at the Red Lake High
School in Red Lake, Minnesota, killing five students, one teacher, and
one security guard, after previously killing his grandfather and his
grandfather's companion in their own home, before killing himself: Now,
therefore, be it
Resolved by the House of Representatives (the Senate concurring),
That the Congress--
(1) condemns, in the strongest possible terms, the tragic
violence which occurred at Red Lake High School in Red Lake,
Minnesota;
(2) honors the heroism and memory of Derrick Brun, whose
courageous actions and self-sacrifice no doubt saved the lives
of others;
(3) honors the heroism, courage, and memory of Daryl
Lussier, Michelle Sigana, Neva Rogers, Dewayne Lewis, Chase
Lussier, Alicia Spike, Thurlene Stillday, and Chanelle
Rosebear, who lost their lives in this terrible tragedy;
(4) offers condolences to all of the families, friends, and
loved ones of the victims;
(5) honors the heroism of Ryan Auginash, Steven Cobenais,
Lance Crowe, Jeffrey May, and Cody Thunder, all of whom were
wounded, and expresses hope for the rapid and complete recovery
of these victims as well as support for their families,
friends, and loved ones;
(6) applauds the Red Lake Band of Chippewa for their
strength as a community in dealing with this tragedy;
(7) applauds the hard work, dedication, and professional
conduct exhibited by local, State, and Federal law enforcement
officials and the other community leaders and private citizens
who offered their support and assistance; and
(8) applauds the hard work and dedication of the health
care personnel and commends them for providing tireless and
sensitive care to the victims, the families, and the entire
community;
(9) encourages the American people to renew their
commitment to and support for efforts to prevent school
violence.
Passed the House of Representatives April 20, 2005.
Attest:
JEFF TRANDAHL,
Clerk.