UPDATED: Chairman Thompson to Host Red Cross Roundtable
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
Monday, September 17, 2007
September 17, 2007 (WASHINGTON) – In honor of National Preparedness Month the Committee on Homeland Security in collaboration with the American Red Cross will host a roundtable discussion on preparing for emergencies in our homes, businesses and schools. The goal of the month is to increase public awareness about the importance of preparing for emergencies and to encourage individuals to take action. Throughout September, a wide variety of organizations, including local, state and federal government agencies and the private sector, will band together to highlight the importance of family emergency preparedness and promote individual involvement through events and activities across the nation.
Please note room change
There will also be a National Preparedness Fair to be held concurrently from 11am to 3pm in the Rayburn Foyer. Both are open to the press.
WHAT: National Preparedness Month
Roundtable Discussion with the Red Cross
WHO: Chairman Bennie G. Thompson (D-MS) – Host
Members of the Committee
American Red Cross President and CEO, Mark Everson
CEOs of chapters from Mississippi, St. Louis, Houston, Louisiana, New York, and the District of Columbia.
WHEN: 1:30-2:30pm – Tuesday, September 18, 2007
WHERE: 304 Cannon Office Building
There will be no webcast of this event.
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FOR MORE INFORMATION:
Please contact Dena Graziano or Adam Comis at (202) 225-9978
