H.RES.259: Expressing the gratitude and appreciation of the House of Representatives for the acts of heroism and military achievement by the members of the United States Armed Forces who participated in the June 6, 1944, amphibious landing at Normandy, France, and c

About This Bill

  • This bill was introduced in the 111th Congress
  • This bill is primarily about armed forces and national security
  • Introduced March 18, 2009
  • Latest Major Action June 2, 2009

Bill Cosponsors

71 (30 Democrats, 42 Republicans)

Bill Summary

Recognizes the 65th anniversary of the Allied amphibious landing on D-Day, June 6, 1944, at Normandy, France, during World War II. Expresses gratitude and appreciation to the members of the U.S. Armed Forces who participated in Operation Overlord (the name of the D-Day operations).

(Source: Library of Congress)

Bill Actions

Date Description
Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.
Referred to the Subcommittee on Military Personnel.
Mr. Kratovil moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended.
Considered under suspension of the rules.
DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 259.
On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by voice vote.
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
March 18, 2009

Introduced in the House by John Boozman (R-Ark.)

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