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H.Res. 256 (109th)

Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives in remembrance of the members of the Armed Forces who perished in the April 24, 1980, rescue attempt of the American hostages being held in Iran and commending all special operations forces personnel currently in service.

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Introduced

3 May 2005

Last action

21 June 2005 · Floor

Status

The title of the measure was amended. Agreed to without objection.

Sponsors

Rep. Saxton, Jim [R-NJ-13], Rep. Hayes, Robin [R-NC-8], Rep. Miller, Jeff [R-FL-1], Rep. Akin, W. Todd [R-MO-2], Rep. Andrews, Robert E. [D-NJ-1], Rep. Hostettler, John N. [R-IN-8], Rep. Meehan, Martin T. [D-MA-5], Rep. Marshall, Jim [D-GA-8], FRANK LOBIONDO, Rep. Hefley, Joel [R-CO-5], Rep. Kline, John [R-MN-2], Joe Wilson, Rep. McIntyre, Mike [D-NC-7], Rep. Bachus, Spencer [R-AL-6]

Subjects

Defence

Source updated

6 June 2025

Defence

Summary

Recognizes the bravery, sacrifice, and patriotism of the soldiers, airmen, sailors, and Marines who participated in Operation Eagle Claw (the April 24, 1980, rescue attempt of the American hostages in Iran). Commends all of the Special Operation Forces currently in service.

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Timeline

  1. 3 May 2005

    Introduced

    Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.

    Source: IntroReferral

  2. 3 May 2005

    Introduced

    Introduced in House

    Source: IntroReferral

  3. 3 May 2005

    Introduced

    Introduced in House

    Source: IntroReferral

  4. 21 June 2005

    Passed

    The title of the measure was amended. Agreed to without objection.

    Source: Floor

  5. 21 June 2005

    Passed

    Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.

    Source: Floor

  6. 21 June 2005

    Passed

    On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H4810)

    Source: Floor

  7. 21 June 2005

    Passed

    Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended Agreed to by voice vote.(text: CR H4810)

    Source: Floor

  8. 21 June 2005

    Floor

    DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 256.

    Source: Floor

  9. 21 June 2005

    Floor

    Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H4810-4813)

    Source: Floor

  10. 21 June 2005

    Floor

    Mr. Saxton moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, as amended.

    Source: Floor

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