Congress 108 - HJRES 27 - Recognizing and commending the continuing dedication, selfless service, and commitment of members of the Armed Forces and their families during the Global War on Terrorism and in defense of the United States.

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Armed Forces and National Security Armed forces reserves Commemorations Commerce Congress Congress and foreign policy Congressional tributes Congressional-executive relations Crime and Law Enforcement EBB Terrorism Employee rights Families Government Operations and Politics International Affairs Labor and Employment Military dependents Military personnel National Guard President and foreign policy Terrorism War casualties

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(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced in the House on March 4, 2003. The summary of that version is repeated here.)

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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Mar 6, 2003

Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Services.
Mar 5, 2003

On passage Passed by the Yeas and Nays: 426 - 0 (Roll no. 46). (text: CR H1591)
Mar 5, 2003

Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Mar 5, 2003

Passed/agreed to in House: On passage Passed by the Yeas and Nays: 426 - 0 (Roll no. 46).(text: CR H1591)
Mar 5, 2003

Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H1602)
Mar 5, 2003

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.
Mar 5, 2003

The previous question was ordered pursuant to a previous order of the House.
Mar 5, 2003

DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H.J. Res. 27.
Mar 5, 2003

Considered by previous order. (consideration: CR H1591-1601)
Mar 5, 2003

Consideration initiated by previous order.
Mar 4, 2003

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.
Mar 4, 2003

Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.
Mar 4, 2003

Introduced in House

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