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HCONRES 281 107th Congress House Commemorations Afghanistan Armed Forces and National Security Armed forces abroad Central Intelligence Agency Congress Congressional tributes Families Government Operations and Politics Intelligence officers International Affairs Military intervention Military operations South Asia Terrorism War casualties

Honoring the ultimate sacrifice made by Johnny Micheal Spann, the first American killed in combat during the war against terrorism in Afghanistan, and pledging continued support for members of the Armed Forces.

Introduced: December 4, 2001 Introduced by: Aderholt, Robert B. Republican · Alabama See on congress.gov
 Everywhere this bill has been 11 steps
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Dec 12, 2001
Received in the Senate and referred to the Committee on Armed Services.
Dec 11, 2001
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Dec 11, 2001
On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 401 - 0 (Roll no. 483). (text: CR H9149)
Dec 11, 2001
Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 401 - 0 (Roll no. 483).(text: CR H9149)
Dec 11, 2001
Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H9166-9167)
Dec 11, 2001
At the conclusion of debate, the Yeas and Nays were demanded and ordered. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 8, rule XX, the Chair announced that further proceedings on the motion would be postponed.
Dec 11, 2001
DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Con. Res. 281.
Dec 11, 2001
Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H9149-9152)
Dec 11, 2001
Mr. Goss moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution.
Dec 4, 2001
Referred to the House Committee on Intelligence (Permanent Select).
Dec 4, 2001
Introduced in House
 Votes taken on this bill 1
DateChamberWhat was voted onResultYes–No
Dec 12, 2001 House · vote #483 On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Agree Passed 4010 See who voted →
 Plain-English summary Congressional Research Service
Honors Johnny Micheal Spann, a paramilitary officer in the Central Intelligence Agency, who was the first American killed in combat during the war against terrorism in Afghanistan, and recognizes him for his bravery and sacrifice. Extends the deepest sympathies of Congress to his family. Pledges the continued support of Congress for the men and women who risk their lives every day to ensure the safety of all U.S. citizens.
What's happening now December 12, 2001

Received in the Senate and referred to the Committee on Armed Services.

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