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Version 82 · Passed Senate without amendment · Nov 16, 2007
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Commemorates the wisdom of President Theodore Roosevelt in developing and launching the Great White Fleet.
Supports a one-time designation of a day to celebrate the 100th centennial of the Great White Fleet and the special role it played in building enduring friendships with important allies and partner nations.
Commends efforts by the Department of the Navy to: (1) maintain and strengthen our cooperative partnerships with foreign nations; (2) safeguard our Nation's interests in the maritime domain; and (3) lead the development of a Cooperative Strategy for 21st Century Seapower.
Honors the sacrifices made and services rendered by the servicemembers of the Navy, Marine Corps, and the Coast Guard, and the civilians who constitute our maritime services.
People & committees
Sen. Warner, John [R-VA] · R–VA
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Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.
Received in the House.
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Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S14659-14660; text as passed Senate: CR S14660; text of measure as introduced: CR S14645)
Passed/agreed to in Senate: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.(consideration: CR S14659-14660; text as passed Senate: CR S14660; text of measure as introduced: CR S14645)
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