Expressing gratitude and appreciation for the entry of the United States into World War I.

Summary

Recognizes the 100th anniversary of the official entry of the United States into World War I on April 6, 1917. Expresses gratitude and appreciation to the members of: (1) the Armed Forces who participated in World War I operations alongside the countries of the Triple Entente, and (2) the Allied Forces who participated such operations alongside France from 1914 until the end of the war. Commends centenary commemorations to honor people from France, the United States, and all countries involved in such war that aim to make future generations aware of the acts of heroism and sacrifice performed by the Armed Forces and the Allies. Recognizes: (1) efforts undertaken by France to preserve the memory and celebrate the legacy of the involvement of the United States during World War I, and (2) plans by the French people to celebrate such anniversary and the 100th anniversary of the Armistice of November 11, 1918. Encourages all countries involved in World War I to participate in the centennial of the Armistice.

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Timeline

1. 6 April 2017

   Introduced

   Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committee on Armed Services, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.

   Source: IntroReferral

2. 6 April 2017

   Introduced

   Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committee on Armed Services, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.

   Source: IntroReferral

3. 6 April 2017

   Introduced

   Introduced in House

   Source: IntroReferral

4. 6 April 2017

   Introduced

   Introduced in House

   Source: IntroReferral

5. 18 May 2017

   Referred

   Referred to the Subcommittee on Europe, Eurasia, and Emerging Threats.

   Source: Committee

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• Introduced in House · 6 April 2017 · Official file

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• Introduced in House (text)

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• Introduced in House

  summary · EN · 6 April 2017

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Sponsors

• Joe Wilson · R · Sponsor
• William Keating · D · Sponsor
• Adam Schiff · D · Sponsor
• Robert Latta · R · Sponsor
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