On the recordDecember 9, 2019
In closing, we must take action to fix the tax deductibility of these donations to the Virginia Beach Tragedy Fund, which has done so much to help the community recover from this unspeakable tragedy. Mr. Speaker, I wish to express my profound condolences and also congratulate Mrs. Luria on this wonderful piece of legislation that will truly benefit those who were tragically lost and their families, as well as first responders. Mr. Speaker, I urge every Member to support this important legislation. It is truly bicameral and bipartisan and deserves to pass. I support this legislation. Mr. Speaker, I yield back the balance of my time. The SPEAKER pro tempore. The question is on the motion offered by the gentlewoman from Alabama (Ms. Sewell) that the House suspend the rules and pass the bill, H.R. 4566. The question was taken; and (two-thirds being in the affirmative) the rules were suspended and the bill was passed. A motion to reconsider was laid on the table. ____________________
