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A bill to authorize the posthumous honorary promotion to general of Lieutenant General Frank Maxwell Andrews, United States Army.
12/15/2023, 4:06 PM
Summary of Bill S 1009
Bill 118 s 1009, also known as the "Lieutenant General Frank Maxwell Andrews Honorary Promotion Act," is a piece of legislation that seeks to authorize the posthumous honorary promotion of Lieutenant General Frank Maxwell Andrews to the rank of general in the United States Army.
Lieutenant General Frank Maxwell Andrews was a highly respected and influential military leader during World War II. He played a key role in the development of the United States Army Air Forces and was instrumental in shaping the strategic direction of the Allied forces in Europe.
The bill aims to recognize and honor Lieutenant General Andrews' significant contributions to the United States military by granting him a posthumous promotion to the rank of general. This honorary promotion would serve as a fitting tribute to his legacy and his dedication to the defense of our nation. If passed, this legislation would not only honor the memory of Lieutenant General Andrews but also serve as a reminder of the sacrifices and achievements of all those who have served in the United States military. It is a bipartisan effort to pay tribute to a deserving individual who made a lasting impact on the history of our armed forces.
Lieutenant General Frank Maxwell Andrews was a highly respected and influential military leader during World War II. He played a key role in the development of the United States Army Air Forces and was instrumental in shaping the strategic direction of the Allied forces in Europe.
The bill aims to recognize and honor Lieutenant General Andrews' significant contributions to the United States military by granting him a posthumous promotion to the rank of general. This honorary promotion would serve as a fitting tribute to his legacy and his dedication to the defense of our nation. If passed, this legislation would not only honor the memory of Lieutenant General Andrews but also serve as a reminder of the sacrifices and achievements of all those who have served in the United States military. It is a bipartisan effort to pay tribute to a deserving individual who made a lasting impact on the history of our armed forces.
Congressional Summary of S 1009
This bill authorizes the President to issue a posthumous honorary commission promoting Lieutenant General Frank Maxwell Andrews, U.S. Army, to the grade of general.
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Current Status of Bill S 1009
Bill S 1009 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 28, 2023. Bill S 1009 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on March 28, 2023. Bill S 1009's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Services. as of March 28, 2023
Bipartisan Support of Bill S 1009
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
4Democrat Cosponsors
2Republican Cosponsors
2Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 1009
Primary Policy Focus
Armed Forces and National SecurityPotential Impact Areas
- Military personnel and dependents
Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 1009
A bill to authorize the posthumous honorary promotion to general of Lieutenant General Frank Maxwell Andrews, United States Army.
A bill to authorize the posthumous honorary promotion to general of Lieutenant General Frank Maxwell Andrews, United States Army.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of S 1009
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