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Version 00 · Introduced in House · Mar 4, 2003
Commends and expresses the gratitude of the Nation to: (1) all members of the U.S. Armed Forces (whether on active duty, in the National Guard, or in the Reserves) who are fighting the Global War on Terrorism; (2) the employers who in the spirit of patriotism maintain the job security of their mobilized National Guard and Reserve employees; and (3) the families of those service members who have borne the burden of separation from their loved ones and who have staunchly supported them during the conduct of the Global War on Terrorism.Expresses the condolences of Congress to the families of the brave American service members who have lost their lives defending the Nation in the Global War on Terrorism.Reaffirms that the Congress stands united with the President in the ongoing effort to defeat global terrorism.
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Rep. Hunter, Duncan [R-CA-52] · R–CA
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Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Services.
On passage Passed by the Yeas and Nays: 426 - 0 (Roll no. 46). (text: CR H1591)
House roll call 46 · Individual votesMotion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Passed/agreed to in House: On passage Passed by the Yeas and Nays: 426 - 0 (Roll no. 46).(text: CR H1591)
House roll call 46 · Individual votesConsidered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H1602)
POSTPONED VOTE - At the conclusion of debate, the yeas and nays were demanded and ordered. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 8, rule XX, the Chair announced that further proceedings on the motion would be postponed.
The previous question was ordered pursuant to a previous order of the House.
DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H.J. Res. 27.
Considered by previous order. (consideration: CR H1591-1601)
Consideration initiated by previous order.
Mr. Dreier asked unanimous consent That it be in order at any time on Wednesday, March 5, 2003, to consider in the House H.J. Res 27 and that the joint resolution be considered as read for amendment; be debatable for one hour equally divided and controlled; and that the previous question be considered as ordered on the joint resolution to final passage without intervening motion. Agreed to without objection.
Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.
Introduced in House
Introduced in House
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