Expressing support for the designation of October 23, 2024, as a national day of remembrance of the tragic 1983 terrorist bombing of the United States Marine Corps barracks in Beirut, Lebanon.

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Summary of Bill HRES 1551

Bill 118 HRES 1551, also known as the "National Day of Remembrance for the Beirut Barracks Bombing Act," is a resolution that expresses support for designating October 23, 2024, as a national day of remembrance for the tragic 1983 terrorist bombing of the United States Marine Corps barracks in Beirut, Lebanon.

The bombing, which occurred on October 23, 1983, resulted in the deaths of 241 American service members, including 220 Marines. It was one of the deadliest attacks against US military personnel in history and remains a significant event in American history.

The resolution aims to honor the memory of those who lost their lives in the bombing and to recognize the sacrifices made by the brave men and women who serve in the US military. By designating October 23, 2024, as a national day of remembrance, the resolution seeks to ensure that the memory of the Beirut barracks bombing is preserved and that future generations understand the impact of this tragic event. Overall, Bill 118 HRES 1551 is a bipartisan effort to pay tribute to the victims of the Beirut barracks bombing and to ensure that their sacrifice is never forgotten. It serves as a reminder of the dangers faced by US service members and the importance of honoring their service and sacrifice.

Congressional Summary of HRES 1551

This resolution expresses support for the designation of a national day of remembrance for members of the U.S. Armed Forces who were killed or injured by the terrorist attack on the Marine Corps barracks in Beirut, Lebanon, on October 23, 1983.

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Current Status of Bill HRES 1551

Bill HRES 1551 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since October 22, 2024. Bill HRES 1551 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on October 22, 2024.  Bill HRES 1551's most recent activity was Referred to the Committee on Armed Services, and in addition to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned. as of October 22, 2024

Bipartisan Support of Bill HRES 1551

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
2
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
2
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HRES 1551

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Alternate Title(s) of Bill HRES 1551

Expressing support for the designation of October 23, 2024, as a national day of remembrance of the tragic 1983 terrorist bombing of the United States Marine Corps barracks in Beirut, Lebanon.Expressing support for the designation of October 23, 2024, as a national day of remembrance of the tragic 1983 terrorist bombing of the United States Marine Corps barracks in Beirut, Lebanon.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HRES 1551

R
Greg Pence
Indiana(Republican)
R
Elise M. Stefanik
New York(Republican)

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