HRES 1078
111th Congress
House
Armed Forces and National Security
Congressional tributes
Military personnel and dependents
Social work, volunteer service, charitable organizations
Telephone and wireless communication
Commending the nonprofit organization Cell Phones for Soldiers for its resolute and continuing service to members of the Armed Forces and their families.
Introduced: February 5, 2010
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Introduced
In committee
Reported out
Passed House
Passed Senate
To President
Became law
Feb 25, 2010
Referred to the Subcommittee on Military Personnel.
Feb 5, 2010
Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.
Feb 5, 2010
Introduced in House
Plain-English summary
Commends Brittany and Robbie Bergquist (founders of Cell Phones for Soldiers), their family, and the thousands of volunteers who help members of the Armed Forces (members) keep in touch with their families through the use of recycled cell phones.
Pledges continued support for members to maintain contact with their families and loved ones while serving in harm's way.
Expresses appreciation for Cell Phones for Soldiers and other nonprofit entities that work selflessly to provide an affordable means for members to maintain such contact while serving overseas.
What's happening now
Referred to the Subcommittee on Military Personnel.
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