A resolution recognizing the Sailors and Marines who sacrificed their lives for ship and shipmates while fighting the devastating 1967 fire onboard USS Forrestal and, during the week of the 50th anniversary of the tragic event, commemorating the efforts of those who survived.

Bill Number

SRES 234

Introduced

Jul 27, 2017

Latest Action

Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and an amended preamble by Unanimous Consent. (text: CR S6773)

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Accidents Armed Forces and National Security Commemorative events and holidays Congressional tributes Fires Military history Military personnel and dependents

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Summary

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Commemorates the 50th anniversary of the USS Forrestal fire.

Actions

Oct 24, 2017

Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and an amended preamble by Unanimous Consent. (text: CR S6773)
Oct 24, 2017

Passed/agreed to in Senate: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and an amended preamble by Unanimous Consent.(text: CR S6773)
Oct 24, 2017

Measure laid before Senate by unanimous consent. (consideration: CR S6773)
Oct 24, 2017

Senate Committee on Armed Services discharged by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S6773)
Oct 24, 2017

Senate Committee on Armed Services discharged by Unanimous Consent.(consideration: CR S6773)
Jul 27, 2017

Referred to the Committee on Armed Services. (text of measure as introduced: CR S4433)
Jul 27, 2017

Introduced in Senate

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