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Recognizing the 40th anniversary of the terrorist attack on the United States Marine Corps barracks in Beirut, Lebanon, on October 23, 1983.
12/15/2023, 3:52 PM
Summary of Bill HRES 808
Bill 118 HRES 808, also known as the "Recognizing the 40th anniversary of the terrorist attack on the United States Marine Corps barracks in Beirut, Lebanon, on October 23, 1983," is a resolution introduced in the US Congress to honor and remember the tragic events that occurred on that day.
The resolution acknowledges the devastating terrorist attack on the US Marine Corps barracks in Beirut, Lebanon, which took place on October 23, 1983. The attack resulted in the deaths of 241 American service members, including 220 Marines, 18 Navy personnel, and three Army soldiers. It was one of the deadliest single-day attacks on American forces since World War II.
The resolution recognizes the bravery and sacrifice of the service members who lost their lives in the attack, as well as the resilience and strength of their families and loved ones. It also pays tribute to the survivors of the attack and their ongoing efforts to heal and rebuild their lives. In addition, the resolution reaffirms the United States' commitment to combating terrorism and ensuring the safety and security of American service members serving overseas. It calls on all Americans to remember and honor the victims of the Beirut barracks bombing and to never forget the sacrifices made by those who serve in the US military. Overall, Bill 118 HRES 808 serves as a solemn reminder of the tragic events that occurred on October 23, 1983, and a tribute to the brave men and women who lost their lives in service to their country.
The resolution acknowledges the devastating terrorist attack on the US Marine Corps barracks in Beirut, Lebanon, which took place on October 23, 1983. The attack resulted in the deaths of 241 American service members, including 220 Marines, 18 Navy personnel, and three Army soldiers. It was one of the deadliest single-day attacks on American forces since World War II.
The resolution recognizes the bravery and sacrifice of the service members who lost their lives in the attack, as well as the resilience and strength of their families and loved ones. It also pays tribute to the survivors of the attack and their ongoing efforts to heal and rebuild their lives. In addition, the resolution reaffirms the United States' commitment to combating terrorism and ensuring the safety and security of American service members serving overseas. It calls on all Americans to remember and honor the victims of the Beirut barracks bombing and to never forget the sacrifices made by those who serve in the US military. Overall, Bill 118 HRES 808 serves as a solemn reminder of the tragic events that occurred on October 23, 1983, and a tribute to the brave men and women who lost their lives in service to their country.
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Current Status of Bill HRES 808
Bill HRES 808 is currently in the status of Introduced to House since October 25, 2023. Bill HRES 808 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on October 24, 2023. Bill HRES 808'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 25, 2023
Bipartisan Support of Bill HRES 808
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
22Democrat Cosponsors
8Republican Cosponsors
14Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HRES 808
Primary Policy Focus
Armed Forces and National SecurityAlternate Title(s) of Bill HRES 808
Recognizing the 40th anniversary of the terrorist attack on the United States Marine Corps barracks in Beirut, Lebanon, on October 23, 1983.
Recognizing the 40th anniversary of the terrorist attack on the United States Marine Corps barracks in Beirut, Lebanon, on October 23, 1983.
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