H.Res. 570 · Where this bill is now
In committee
Introduced in the House, sent to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, Jul 10, 2025
What this bill does
In plain words · AI-written from the official summaryHonors Coast Guard rescuer's heroic flooding efforts
This resolution commends Petty Officer Third Class Scott Ruskan for his bravery in rescuing 165 people during severe flooding in central Texas. It also expresses gratitude to all the Coast Guard members, federal and state agencies, first responders, and volunteers who put themselves at risk to help others during the disaster.
How it affects you
This is a ceremonial measure that honors someone's heroic actions rather than creating new laws or policies. It doesn't directly change anything in your daily life, but it publicly recognizes the courage of rescue workers and volunteers who helped people in danger.
Read the official summary (Introduced in House, Jul 10, 2025)
This resolution commends and congratulates Petty Officer Third Class Scott Ruskan for his bravery and heroic efforts to rescue 165 victims during the July 2025 catastrophic flooding in central Texas.
It also extends gratitude to all members of the Coast Guard, other federal and state agencies, first responders, and volunteers who risked their lives to protect and rescue others.
Written by AI (Claude) using only the official summary by the Congressional Research Service, the Library of Congress’s nonpartisan research staff. It can miss nuance, so check the official summary and the bill text for details.
1st SessionH.Res. 570
RESOLUTION
Commending Petty Officer 3d Class Scott Ruskan for his heroic efforts to rescue victims during the devastating flooding in central Texas.
Sponsor: Rep. Tony Gonzales (R-TX-23) · Introduced Jul 10, 2025 · Transportation and Public Works · 1 version of the text
Sources: Congress.gov actions and votes · bill text from GovInfo · latest official action Jul 11, 2025: “Referred to the Subcommittee on Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation.”