Honoring all Americans serving in the Armed Forces of the United States and condemning the attack by broadcaster Rush Limbaugh on the integrity and professionalism of some of those Americans.
The source supplies the latest action, but no lifecycle stage.
Latest action (19 Oct 2007): Referred to the Subcommittee on Military Personnel.
What this bill does
This concurrent resolution, H.Con.Res. 221, introduced in the House of Representatives, would formally recognize the service of all members of the U.S. Armed Forces. It would also condemn comments made by broadcaster Rush Limbaugh that the resolution states impugned the integrity and professionalism of service members who have expressed opinions on U.S. policies, specifically concerning military actions in Iraq. The resolution would commit Congress to judging such opinions with respect and without personal bias.
The resolution affects all Americans serving in the Armed Forces by honoring their sacrifices and their right to express opinions. It also directly addresses the issue of public commentary on military personnel and policy. Civilian personnel serving in dangerous areas and their families are also acknowledged.
Introduced in October 2007, the bill was referred to the House Committee on Armed Services and subsequently to its Subcommittee on Military Personnel. As a concurrent resolution, if passed by both the House and Senate, it expresses the sentiment of Congress but does not have the force of law.
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Official summary
Recognizes the service of all members of the Armed Forces serving in good standing and with honor to defend the United States, and the personal sacrifices made by them and their families.
Commits to judge the merits of opinions of such members regarding the policies of the United States, including those related to military actions in Iraq, without prejudice or personal bias, including refraining from unwarranted personal attacks.
Condemns the personal attacks made by broadcaster Rush Limbaugh impugning the integrity and professionalism of members who have expressed opinions regarding military actions in Iraq.
Honors all members and civilian personnel serving in harm's way, as well as their families.
Pledges to debate any supplemental funding request or any policy decisions regarding the war in Iraq with the solemn respect and commitment to integrity that the sacrifices of these members and civilian personnel deserve.
Timeline
19 Oct 2007
Referred to the Subcommittee on Military Personnel.
Common questions
- What does H.Con.Res. 221 do?
- This concurrent resolution, H.Con.Res. 221, introduced in the House of Representatives, would formally recognize the service of all members of the U.S. Armed Forces. It would also condemn comments made by broadcaster Rush Limbaugh that the resolution states impugned the integrity and professionalism of service members who have expressed opinions on U.S. policies, specifically concerning military actions in Iraq. The resolution would commit Congress to judging such opinions with respect and without personal bias. The resolution affects all Americans serving in the Armed Forces by honoring their sacrifices and their right to express opinions. It also directly addresses the issue of public commentary on military personnel and policy. Civilian personnel serving in dangerous areas and their families are also acknowledged. Introduced in October 2007, the bill was referred to the House Committee on Armed Services and subsequently to its Subcommittee on Military Personnel. As a concurrent resolution, if passed by both the House and Senate, it expresses the sentiment of Congress but does not have the force of law.
- Has H.Con.Res. 221 become law?
- The source does not supply a confirmed lifecycle stage for H.Con.Res. 221. Check the latest action and official source below.
- Who sponsored H.Con.Res. 221?
- H.Con.Res. 221 was sponsored by Rep. Udall, Mark [D-CO-2] (D-CO), with 30 cosponsors.
- What's the latest action on H.Con.Res. 221?
- Referred to the Subcommittee on Military Personnel. (19 Oct 2007).
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