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MS HR55

Resolution

Status

Passed

3/13/2015

Primary Sponsor

Nick Bain

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Origin

House of Representatives

2015 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Commends United States Marine Uriah Whittemore for his service as a Marine Corps Explosive Ordnance Disposal Technician and heroic actions saving lives
  • Recognizes Whittemore's deployments to Iraq, Afghanistan and other locations during Operation Enduring Freedom and his expertise in handling explosives, chemical, biological and nuclear weapons
  • Documents that from October 2011 to April 2012, Whittemore responded to over 100 explosive incidents and destroyed or disarmed over 70 IEDs
  • Notes that Whittemore received the Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal for sustained acts of heroism and meritorious service
  • Directs that copies of the resolution be furnished to Whittemore, his family, and the Capitol Press Corps

Legislative Description

Uriah Whittemore; commend for services as a Marine Corps EOD Tech and saving hundreds of lives.

Last Action

Enrolled Bill Signed

3/13/2015

Committee Referrals

Rules3/11/2015

Full Bill Text

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