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In plain English

This resolution calls on President Biden to take action to reopen Sana’a Airport for civilian flights and to assist in addressing the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Yemen. It has been officially passed by the San Francisco city government.

Resolution urging President Joseph R. Biden to act to reopen Sana’a Airport to civilian travel and help stop the ongoing humanitarian crisis.

Introduced: Oct 19, 2021
Final action: Nov 5, 2021
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How it got here

The resolution urging President Biden to reopen Sana’a Airport originated from the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Yemen, prompting action from the San Francisco Board of Supervisors.

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Closure of Sana’a AirportAugust 2016
Saudi-led coalition

Yemen’s main airport was closed due to restrictions imposed by the Saudi-led coalition, contributing to a severe humanitarian crisis.

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Introduction of ResolutionOctober 22, 2021
Supervisor Matt Haney

Supervisor Haney introduced the resolution urging President Biden to act on reopening Sana’a Airport to address the humanitarian crisis in Yemen.

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Adoption of ResolutionOctober 26, 2021
Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors adopted Resolution No. 505-21, urging President Biden to reopen Sana’a Airport.

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Resolution Returned UnsignedNovember 5, 2021
Mayor London Breed

The Mayor returned the resolution unsigned, but it became effective without her approval due to the time limit set by the charter.

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Transmission of ResolutionNovember 17, 2021
Clerk of the Board

The Clerk of the Board transmitted a copy of the adopted resolution to President Biden.

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How they voted

ADOPTED
Board of Supervisors · Oct 26, 2021Pass
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Legislative journey

PresidentOct 19, 2021
REFERRED FOR ADOPTION WITHOUT COMMITTEE REFERENCE AGENDA AT THE NEXT BOARD MEETING
Board of SupervisorsOct 26, 2021
ADOPTEDPass
MayorNov 5, 2021
·RETURNED UNSIGNED
Clerk of the BoardNov 17, 2021
·TRANSMITTED