A resolution expressing support for the designation of October 23, 2023, as "Beirut Veterans Remembrance Day" to remember the tragic terrorist bombing of the Marine Corps headquarters in Beirut, Lebanon, in 1983.

3/14/2024, 11:35 AM

This resolution supports the designation of October 23, 2023, as Beirut Veterans Remembrance Day to honor members of the Armed Forces who were killed or injured by the terrorist attack on the Marine Corps headquarters in Beirut, Lebanon, on October 23, 1983.

Bill 118 sres 447, also known as the "Beirut Veterans Remembrance Day" resolution, aims to designate October 23, 2023, as a day to honor and remember the tragic terrorist bombing of the Marine Corps headquarters in Beirut, Lebanon, in 1983. The resolution expresses support for recognizing the sacrifices made by the brave men and women who served in Beirut during this devastating attack.

The resolution highlights the importance of remembering and honoring the lives lost in this tragic event, as well as the resilience and bravery of the veterans who served in Beirut. It also emphasizes the need to educate future generations about the history and significance of this event in order to prevent similar tragedies from occurring in the future.

Overall, the "Beirut Veterans Remembrance Day" resolution serves as a way to pay tribute to the victims of the Beirut bombing and to show support for the veterans who served during this difficult time. It is a way to ensure that their sacrifices are never forgotten and that their contributions to our country are always remembered.
Congress
118

Number
SRES - 447

Introduced on
2023-11-02

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

11/2/2023

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Passed in Senate

Purpose and Summary

This resolution supports the designation of October 23, 2023, as Beirut Veterans Remembrance Day to honor members of the Armed Forces who were killed or injured by the terrorist attack on the Marine Corps headquarters in Beirut, Lebanon, on October 23, 1983.

Bill 118 sres 447, also known as the "Beirut Veterans Remembrance Day" resolution, aims to designate October 23, 2023, as a day to honor and remember the tragic terrorist bombing of the Marine Corps headquarters in Beirut, Lebanon, in 1983. The resolution expresses support for recognizing the sacrifices made by the brave men and women who served in Beirut during this devastating attack.

The resolution highlights the importance of remembering and honoring the lives lost in this tragic event, as well as the resilience and bravery of the veterans who served in Beirut. It also emphasizes the need to educate future generations about the history and significance of this event in order to prevent similar tragedies from occurring in the future.

Overall, the "Beirut Veterans Remembrance Day" resolution serves as a way to pay tribute to the victims of the Beirut bombing and to show support for the veterans who served during this difficult time. It is a way to ensure that their sacrifices are never forgotten and that their contributions to our country are always remembered.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedA resolution expressing support for the designation of October 23, 2023, as "Beirut Veterans Remembrance Day" to remember the tragic terrorist bombing of the Marine Corps headquarters in Beirut, Lebanon, in 1983.

Policy Areas
Armed Forces and National Security

Potential Impact
Commemorative events and holidays
Crime victims
Lebanon
Middle East
Military facilities and property
Military operations and strategy
Military personnel and dependents
Terrorism

Comments

Recent Activity

Latest Summary11/28/2023

This resolution supports the designation of October 23, 2023, as Beirut Veterans Remembrance Day to honor members of the Armed Forces who were killed or injured by the terrorist attack on the Marine Corps headquarters in Beirut, Lebanon, on Octob...


Latest Action11/2/2023
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Voice Vote. (consideration: CR S5336; text: CR S5342)