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H.Res. 423

Honoring the life, legacy, and example of Congressman Leo J. Ryan 35 years after his tragic death.

Honors the legacy of Congressman Leo J. Ryan for his lifelong commitment to objective fact-finding and for his extraordinary commitment to advancing freedom and basic human rights at home and abroad.

Honors his bravery, including his team members', and now-Congresswoman Jackie Speier's, for undertaking a dangerous yet essential fact-finding mission in Guyana.

Extends condolences to all those affected by the Jonestown tragedy.

Reiterates continued support for the safety of all government officials traveling on behalf of the United States on fact-finding missions.

Calls upon the Speaker of the House of Representatives to establish protocols for memorializing Members who die in the line of duty.

Referred to the Committee on House Administration, and in addition to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, 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.

Rep. Wilson, Frederica S. [D-FL-24](D-FL)Sponsor
26 cosponsors26 D
26cosponsors2committees5actions11subjects
  • Introduced in HouseNov 19, 2013
  1. IntroReferralH11100

    Referred to the Committee on House Administration, and in addition to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, 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.

  2. IntroReferralH11100

    Referred to the Committee on House Administration, and in addition to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, 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.

  3. IntroReferralB00100

    Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H7200)

  4. IntroReferralIntro-H

    Introduced in House

  5. IntroReferral1000

    Introduced in House

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