Commending the Alaska Army National Guard for its service to the State of Alaska and the citizens of the United States.
The source supplies the latest action, but no lifecycle stage.
Latest action (5 Dec 2007): Referred to the Subcommittee on Military Personnel.
What this bill does
This bill, H.Con.Res. 240, is a proposed resolution in Congress to formally commend the 3rd Battalion, 297th Infantry of the Alaska Army National Guard. It recognizes their service and completion of a deployment. The resolution specifically highlights the unit's work in route and perimeter security, vehicle inspections, and developing force protection plans in Kuwait and Iraq.
The bill primarily affects members of the 3rd Battalion, 297th Infantry, their families, and their employers, acknowledging their sacrifices and support during the deployment. It also acknowledges the broader service of the Alaska National Guard. The resolution expresses gratitude on behalf of Alaska and the citizens of the United States.
This concurrent resolution was introduced in the House of Representatives and has been referred to the Subcommittee on Military Personnel. If passed by both the House and Senate, it directs the Clerk of the House to send a copy to the Adjutant General of the Alaska National Guard for display, serving as an official congressional tribute.
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Official summary
Commends the 3rd Battalion, 29th Infantry of the Alaska Army National Guard upon its completion of deployment and service to the Commonwealth of Alaska and the citizens of the United States.
Timeline
5 Dec 2007
Referred to the Subcommittee on Military Personnel.
Common questions
- What does H.Con.Res. 240 do?
- This bill, H.Con.Res. 240, is a proposed resolution in Congress to formally commend the 3rd Battalion, 297th Infantry of the Alaska Army National Guard. It recognizes their service and completion of a deployment. The resolution specifically highlights the unit's work in route and perimeter security, vehicle inspections, and developing force protection plans in Kuwait and Iraq. The bill primarily affects members of the 3rd Battalion, 297th Infantry, their families, and their employers, acknowledging their sacrifices and support during the deployment. It also acknowledges the broader service of the Alaska National Guard. The resolution expresses gratitude on behalf of Alaska and the citizens of the United States. This concurrent resolution was introduced in the House of Representatives and has been referred to the Subcommittee on Military Personnel. If passed by both the House and Senate, it directs the Clerk of the House to send a copy to the Adjutant General of the Alaska National Guard for display, serving as an official congressional tribute.
- Has H.Con.Res. 240 become law?
- The source does not supply a confirmed lifecycle stage for H.Con.Res. 240. Check the latest action and official source below.
- Who sponsored H.Con.Res. 240?
- H.Con.Res. 240 was sponsored by Rep. Young, Don [R-AK-At Large] (R-AK), with 35 cosponsors.
- What's the latest action on H.Con.Res. 240?
- Referred to the Subcommittee on Military Personnel. (5 Dec 2007).
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