HRES 986
110th Congress
House
Commemorations
Armed Forces and National Security
Congressional tributes
History
Missing in action
Prisoners of war
Texas
Vietnam veterans
Vietnamese Conflict
War casualties
Recognizing the courage and sacrifice of those members of the United States Armed Forces who were held as prisoners of war during the Vietnam conflict and calling for a full accounting of the 1,729 members of the Armed Forces who remain unaccounted for from the Vietnam conflict.
Introduced: February 14, 2008
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Introduced
In committee
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Passed House
Passed Senate
To President
Became law
May 22, 2008
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
May 22, 2008
On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 394 - 0 (Roll no. 366). (text: CR 5/20/2008 H4175)
May 22, 2008
Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 394 - 0 (Roll no. 366).(text: CR 5/20/2008 H4175)
May 22, 2008
Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR 5/23/2008 H4821-4822)
May 20, 2008
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.
May 20, 2008
DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 986.
May 20, 2008
Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H4175-4178)
May 20, 2008
Mrs. Davis (CA) moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended.
Feb 29, 2008
Referred to the Subcommittee on Military Personnel.
Feb 14, 2008
Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.
Feb 14, 2008
Introduced in House
Votes taken on this bill
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| Date | Chamber | What was voted on | Result | Yes–No | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 23, 2008 | House · vote #366 | On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Agree, as Amended | Passed | 394–0 | See who voted → |
Plain-English summary
Expresses gratitude for, and urges states, localities, and all Americans to honor the courage and sacrifice of, members of the Armed Forces, including Samuel R. Johnson of Texas, who were held as prisoners of war during the Vietnam conflict.
Declares that the House of Representatives will continue to press for a full accounting of the 1,729 members of the Armed Forces and 34 U.S. citizens who remain unaccounted for from that conflict.
Honors all members of the Armed Forces who have fought and died in the defense of freedom.
What's happening now
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Committees of jurisdiction
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