H.Res. 1122 – Recognizing Armed Forces Day.

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Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.

September 27, 2008 • 3:49 PM

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Introduced in House

April 17, 2008

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Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.

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April 17, 2008

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Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.

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May 1, 2008

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Ordered to be Reported by Voice Vote.

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May 1, 2008

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Mr. Clay asked unanimous consent to discharge from committee and consider.

September 27, 2008 • 3:48 PM

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September 27, 2008

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Considered by unanimous consent. (consideration: CR H10215-10216)

September 27, 2008 • 3:49 PM

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Passed/agreed to in House: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection.(text: CR H10216)

September 27, 2008 • 3:49 PM

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On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to without objection. (text: CR H10216)

September 27, 2008 • 3:49 PM

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Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.

September 27, 2008 • 3:49 PM

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Rep. Wm. Lacy ClayD-MO-1 · Sep 27, 2008

Mr. Speaker, I ask unanimous consent that the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform be discharged from further consideration of House Resolution 1122 and ask for its immediate consideration in…

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Engrossed in HouseIssued September 27, 2008

H. RES. 1122

In the House of Representatives, U. S.,

September 27, 2008

RESOLUTION

Whereas Armed Forces Day was created in 1949 as a result of the consolidation of the military services in the Department of Defense;

Whereas the purpose of Armed Forces Day is to honor those serving in the Army, Navy, Marine Corps, Air Force, and Coast Guard;

Whereas Armed Forces Day is celebrated on the third Saturday in May, which this year is May 17, 2008;

Whereas United States soldiers, sailors, airmen, and Marines have given tremendous service to the Nation;

Whereas the House of Representatives is committed to supporting all members of the Armed Forces and their families; and

Whereas all Americans express recognition and gratitude for members of the Armed Forces at home and abroad: Now, therefore, be it

That the House of Representatives recognizes Armed Forces Day in appreciation of the members of the Army, Navy, Marine Corps, Air Force, and Coast Guard.

Clerk.