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GA HR1106

Resolution

Status

Engrossed

3/17/2010

Primary Sponsor

Doug Collins

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Origin

House of Representatives

2009-2010 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Georgia House Resolution urging the U.S. Congress to designate the Honor and Remember Flag, created by Honor and Remember, Inc., as a national emblem of service and sacrifice by members of the U.S. Armed Forces who have given their lives in the line of duty.
  • References U.S. House Resolution No. 1034 of the 111th Congress, which also sought to officially recognize the Honor and Remember Flag to honor fallen members of the armed forces.
  • Notes that the United States has never instituted an official symbol specifically commemorating fallen servicepersons, despite war deaths being part of the nation's heritage since its founding.
  • Recognizes an estimated 1.6 million fallen U.S. servicepersons throughout history and the families and communities who mourned their loss.
  • Directs the Clerk of the Georgia House of Representatives to transmit copies of the resolution to each member of the Georgia congressional delegation.

Legislative Description

Congress of the United States; Honor and Remember Flag designation; urge

Last Action

House Passed/Adopted

3/17/2010

Committee Referrals

Defense and Veterans Affairs1/13/2010

Full Bill Text

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