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Congressman Krishnamoorthi Responds To Passage Of Bipartisan Resolution He Cosponsored To Recognize Earthquake Victims And Honor Responders in Turkey and Syria

March 6, 2023

WASHINGTON – Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi today issued the following statement in response to last week's 414-2 vote to pass the resolution he cosponsored to honor the victims and first responders from the earthquakes in Turkey and Syria:

"I'm grateful that so many of my colleagues from both parties joined together to pass this resolution which recognizes the Turkey-Syria earthquake victims and honors the responders to the devastating earthquakes and subsequent aftershocks that struck in February. As we mourn the loss of more than 50,000 people, with millions more having been left injured, homeless, or destitute, it's vital that our nation not only recognizes the challenges faced by the victims of these natural disasters and the heroism of those already providing aid, but also the importance of continuing American relief work in the region."