Observing the 20th anniversary of the dates on which Hurricane Katrina and Hurricane Rita devastated the Gulf Coast and recognizing the progress of efforts to rebuild the affected Gulf Coast region.
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Latest Action · August 30, 2025
Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings, and Emergency Management.
H.Res. 664 is a congressional resolution marking the 20th anniversary of Hurricanes Katrina and Rita, which struck the Gulf Coast in August and September 2005. Hurricane Katrina killed 1,833 people and caused $161 billion in damage across Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, and Florida, while Hurricane Rita killed 120 people and caused $10 billion in damage in Louisiana, Mississippi, Texas, and Florida. The resolution acknowledges the massive scale of these disasters—which displaced over 1 million people each, destroyed hundreds of thousands of homes and businesses, and left millions without power—while also recognizing the significant recovery progress made since then, including population growth and increased tourism in cities like New Orleans and Gulfport-Biloxi. The resolution expresses support for hurricane victims, commends those who assisted in recovery efforts, and reaffirms Congress's commitment to continued rebuilding of the Gulf Coast region. This is a symbolic measure with no funding or specific timeline requirements; it simply documents the historical impact of these hurricanes and celebrates the resilience of affected communities.
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