S.Con.Res. 85Senate110th Congress (2007-2009)Passed Senate

A concurrent resolution authorizing the use of the rotunda of the Capitol to honor Frank W. Buckles, the last surviving United States veteran of the First World War.

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May 22, 2008

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Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S4848; text as passed Senate: CR S4848; text of measure as introduced: CR S4810)

May 22, 2008

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May 22, 2008 • 9:22 PM

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May 22, 2008

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May 22, 2008 • 9:45 PM

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Sen. Harry ReidD-NV · May 22, 2008

Mr. President, I ask unanimous consent that the Senate proceed to the immediate consideration of S. Con. Res. 85. Mr. President, I ask unanimous consent that the concurrent resolution be agreed to,…

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Engrossed in SenateIssued May 22, 2008

110th CONGRESS

2d Session

S. CON. RES. 85

CONCURRENT RESOLUTION

Honoring Frank W. Buckles

(a)

In general

The Rotunda of the Capitol is authorized to be used at any time on June 18, 2008 for a ceremony to honor the only living veteran of the First World War, Mr. Frank Woodruff Buckles, as a tribute and recognition of all United States military members who served in the First World War.

(b)

Implementation

Physical preparations for the ceremony shall be carried out in accordance with such conditions as he Architect of the Capitol may prescribe.

Passed the Senate May 22, 2008.

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