HCR 1070 Summary

• The Indiana General Assembly recognizes the American Red Cross for 100 years of humanitarian service to Indiana, with the first chapter established in Indianapolis on July 19, 1916.

• The Indiana Region of the American Red Cross embodies seven fundamental principles: Humanity, Impartiality, Neutrality, Independence, Voluntary Service, Unity, and Universality.

• The organization provides disaster preparedness and response services, blood and biomedical product collection and distribution, services to United States Armed Forces members, lifesaving educational programs (CPR, first aid, water safety), and international disaster relief.

• The House of Representatives and Senate acknowledge the critical role of the Indiana Region in building resilient communities and congratulate its volunteers, donors, and staff.

• The Principal Clerk of the House of Representatives is directed to transmit a copy of the resolution to Chad Priest, chief executive officer of the Indiana Region of the American Red Cross.