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H.Res.1230 / 119th Congress

Addressing the politicization of war crimes allegations against allied Special Operations Forces.

Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.

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Version 00 · Introduced in House · Apr 29, 2026

This resolution honors the service and sacrifice of the armed forces of the United Kingdom, Australia, and other partner nations that fought alongside U.S. troops in Afghanistan, Iraq, and other collective security and counterterrorism missions. The resolution expresses concern that retrospective, politically motivated accusations and investigations of war crimes against the forces of U.S. allies are harmful to alliance unity and servicemember confidence.

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Rep. Harrigan, Pat [R-NC-10] · R–NC

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  • Foreign Affairs Committee
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    1. Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.

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