US HR423 | 2013-2014 | 113th Congress

Status

Spectrum: Partisan Bill (Democrat 27-0)
Status: Introduced on November 19 2013 - 25% progression, died in committee
Action: 2013-11-19 - Referred to House Foreign Affairs
Pending: House Foreign Affairs Committee
Text: Latest bill text (Introduced) [PDF]

Summary

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.

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Title

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

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History

DateChamberAction
2013-11-19HouseReferred to House Foreign Affairs
2013-11-19HouseReferred to House House Administration
2013-11-19HouseReferred 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.
2013-11-19HouseSponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H7200)

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