Honoring the heroic service and sacrifice of the glider pilots of the United States Army Air Forces during World War II.
The source supplies the latest action, but no lifecycle stage.
Latest action (3 Apr 2007): Referred to the Subcommittee on Military Personnel.
What this bill does
This concurrent resolution, H.Con.Res. 93, expresses the honor and gratitude of Congress to the glider pilots of the United States Army Air Forces for their service and sacrifice during World War II. It specifically acknowledges their valor in delivering troops and equipment behind enemy lines, often in unarmed gliders, and recognizes their participation in key missions like Operation Husky, Operation Overlord, and Operation Market-Garden.
The resolution affects the public by urging them to remember and teach future generations about the contributions and sacrifices made by glider pilots and all veterans. It serves as a national commemoration, highlighting the historical significance of these pilots and their role in pivotal World War II operations.
Introduced in the House of Representatives in March 2007, the bill was referred to the Committee on Armed Services and subsequently to the Subcommittee on Military Personnel. As a concurrent resolution, it does not require the President's signature. If passed by both the House and Senate, it would serve as an official expression of congressional sentiment and could inform educational efforts regarding veterans' history.
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Timeline
3 Apr 2007
Referred to the Subcommittee on Military Personnel.
Common questions
- What does H.Con.Res. 93 do?
- This concurrent resolution, H.Con.Res. 93, expresses the honor and gratitude of Congress to the glider pilots of the United States Army Air Forces for their service and sacrifice during World War II. It specifically acknowledges their valor in delivering troops and equipment behind enemy lines, often in unarmed gliders, and recognizes their participation in key missions like Operation Husky, Operation Overlord, and Operation Market-Garden. The resolution affects the public by urging them to remember and teach future generations about the contributions and sacrifices made by glider pilots and all veterans. It serves as a national commemoration, highlighting the historical significance of these pilots and their role in pivotal World War II operations. Introduced in the House of Representatives in March 2007, the bill was referred to the Committee on Armed Services and subsequently to the Subcommittee on Military Personnel. As a concurrent resolution, it does not require the President's signature. If passed by both the House and Senate, it would serve as an official expression of congressional sentiment and could inform educational efforts regarding veterans' history.
- Has H.Con.Res. 93 become law?
- The source does not supply a confirmed lifecycle stage for H.Con.Res. 93. Check the latest action and official source below.
- Who sponsored H.Con.Res. 93?
- H.Con.Res. 93 was sponsored by Rep. McCarthy, Carolyn [D-NY-4] (D-NY), with 31 cosponsors.
- What's the latest action on H.Con.Res. 93?
- Referred to the Subcommittee on Military Personnel. (3 Apr 2007).
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