H.Res. 986 · 110th Congress
Recognizing the courage and sacrifice of those members of the United States Armed Forces who were held as prisoners of war during the Vietnam conflict and calling for a full accounting of the 1,729 members of the Armed Forces who remain unaccounted for from the Vietnam conflict.
- Stage
- Passed chamber resolution
- Sponsor
- John Boehner
- Introduced
- 2008-02-14
- Latest action
- 2008-05-23 · Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Summary
Expresses gratitude for, and urges states, localities, and all Americans to honor the courage and sacrifice of, members of the Armed Forces, including Samuel R. Johnson of Texas, who were held as prisoners of war during the Vietnam conflict. Declares that the House of Representatives will continue to press for a full accounting of the 1,729 members of the Armed Forces and 34 U.S. citizens who remain unaccounted for from that conflict. Honors all members of the Armed Forces who have fought and died in the defense of freedom.