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HRES 1455 110th Congress House Armed Forces and National Security Commemorative events and holidays Congressional tributes Lebanon Middle East Military operations and strategy Military personnel and dependents Terrorism

Commemorating the 25th anniversary of the terrorist bombing of the United States Marine Corps barracks in Beirut, Lebanon.

Introduced: September 17, 2008 See on congress.gov
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Passed House
Passed Senate
To President
Became law
Sep 30, 2008
Referred to the Subcommittee on Military Personnel.
Sep 17, 2008
Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.
Sep 17, 2008
Introduced in House
 Plain-English summary Congressional Research Service

Recalls with sadness the October 23, 1983, terrorist bombing in Beirut, Lebanon.

Extends prayers and sympathies to the families of the 241 members of the U.S. Armed Forces who died, and others who were wounded, in the bombing.

Calls upon the people of the United States to remember such members' bravery and service.

Honors the dedication and courage of all members of the Armed Forces who have made the ultimate sacrifice for the United States.

What's happening now September 30, 2008

Referred to the Subcommittee on Military Personnel.

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