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- H.R.2498
H.R.2498: Veterans Day Moment of Silence Act
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 112th Congress
- This bill is primarily about armed forces and national security
- Introduced July 12, 2011
- Latest Major Action March 29, 2012
- See the two similar bills introduced in other congresses.
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
13 (11 Democrats, 2 Republicans)
Bill Summary
Veterans Day Moment of Silence Act - Directs the President to issue an annual proclamation calling on the people of the United States to observe two minutes of silence on Veterans Day, beginning at 2:11 p.m. eastern time, in honor of the service and sacrifice of veterans throughout the history of the nation.
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
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Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
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Referred to the Subcommittee on Disability Assistance and Memorial Affairs.
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Subcommittee Hearings Held.
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| July 12, 2011 |
Introduced in the House by Barney Frank (D-Mass.) |