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H.Res. 645 · 110th Congress

Expressing the gratitude and appreciation of the House of Representatives to the professionalism and…

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Expressing the gratitude and appreciation of the House of Representatives to the professionalism and dedication of the United States Capitol Police as the House honors the 10th Anniversary of the tragic deaths of Officer Jacob Chestnut and Detective John Gibson, who lost their lives protecting the Capitol and the people inside from an armed attack.

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  1. House Introduced Sep 10, 2007
  2. House Passed Jul 23, 2008

Declares that the House of Representatives expresses its: (1) gratitude and appreciation for the professional manner in which the U.S. Capitol Police carry out their diverse missions; and (2) appreciation for the dedication such officers display in protecting the Capitol Complex.

What it does: CRS summary · Passed House amended · Jul 23, 2008

Declares that the House of Representatives expresses its: (1) gratitude and appreciation for the professional manner in which the U.S. Capitol Police carry out their diverse missions; and (2) appreciation for the dedication such officers display in protecting the Capitol Complex.

Commends them for their continued courage and professionalism in protecting the Capitol Complex and its employees and visitors.

Written by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service. All summary versions on Congress.gov

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Official title: Expressing the gratitude and appreciation of the House of Representatives to the professionalism and dedication of the United States Capitol Police as the House honors the 10th Anniversary of the tragic deaths of Officer Jacob Chestnut and Detective John Gibson, who lost their lives protecting the Capitol and the people inside from an armed attack.

Latest action (Jul 23, 2008): Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.

Policy area: Commemorations · Origin: House · Introduced: Sep 10, 2007

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  1. House Introduced Sep 10, 2007
  2. House Passed Jul 23, 2008

No recorded floor vote found.