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H.RES.356: Recognizing, and calling on all Americans to recognize, the courage and sacrifice of the members of the Armed Forces held as prisoners of war during the Vietnam conflict and stating that the House of Representatives will not forget that more than 2,000 members of the United States Armed Forces remain unaccounted for from the Vietnam conflict and will continue to press for a final accounting for all such servicemembers whose fate is unknown.
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 105th Congress
- This bill is primarily about congress
- Introduced Feb. 11, 1998
- Latest Major Action March 17, 1998
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
11 (All Republicans)
Bill Summary
Expresses gratitude for the courage and sacrifice of the brave men, including current Congressman Sam Johnson of Texas, who were held as prisoners of war during the Vietnam conflict. Urges States and localities to honor such courage and sacrifice with appropriate ceremonies and activities. Declares that the House of Representatives will continue to press for a final accounting of the more than 2,000 members of the U.S. armed forces who remain...
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
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Referred to the House Committee on National Security.
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Referred to the Subcommittee on Military Personnel.
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Feb. 11, 1998 |
Introduced in the House by Newt Gingrich (R-Ga.) |