Portman Pushing for September 11th Moment of Remembrance on Tenth Anniversary
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Rob Portman (R-Ohio) has co-sponsored a resolution requesting a nationwide Moment of Remembrance on September 11, 2011, to mark the 10th anniversary of the 9-11 terrorist attacks. The Moment of Remembrance will take place at 1:00 p.m. EDT to recognize the victims of the attacks and express deep condolences for the lives lost at the World Trade Center, the Pentagon, and in Shanksville, Pennsylvania.
“The 10th anniversary of the 9-11 attacks is a time for us to remember those who lost their lives on that tragic day, express condolences to their families and recognize the survivors and first responders,” said Portman. “The attacks remind us to remain vigilant in the war against terror and protect the freedoms that make America a beacon of democracy and hope.”
The resolution calls for state and local governments, media, houses of worship, military and veteran organizations, airports and railroads, sports teams, businesses and individuals to cease activity for one minute and mark the Moment of Remembrance in an appropriate manner.
In 2001, while a U.S. Representative, Portman co-sponsored the Victims of Terrorism Tax Relief Act of 2001 (H.R.2884), which provided an income tax exemption for victims of 9/11, and also provided tax benefits for New York liberty zone.