H.J.Res. 102 · 108th Congress · 2003–2004
Recognizing the 60th anniversary of the Battle of Peleliu and the end of Imperial Japanese control of Palau during World War II and urging the Secretary of the Interior to work to protect the historic sites of the Peleliu Battlefield National Historic Landmark and to establish commemorative programs honoring the Americans who fought there.
H.J.Res. 102 in the 108th Congress (2003–2004) became law — introduced on Sep 9, 2004, sponsored by Jeff Flake with 10 co-sponsors.
During the 108th Congress (2003–2004), George W. Bush was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Became law
- Introduced
- Sep 9, 2004
- Co-sponsors
- 10
- Policy area
- Commemorations
- Public law
- Public Law 108-479
What it does
Recognizes the courage of the members of the U.S. Armed Forces who participated in the Battle of Peleliu and of all veterans who fought in the Pacific Theater during World War II. Urges the Secretary of the Interior to recognize the year 2004 as the 60th anniversary of that battle, work to protect historic sites of the Peleliu Battlefield National Historic Landmark, and establish commemorative programs honoring the Americans w…
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Jeff Flake (R-AZ). Co-sponsors: 6 Democrats, 4 Republicans.
Where it stands
- IntroducedSep 9, 2004
- Passed the HouseSep 28, 2004
- Passed the SenateDec 7, 2004
- Sent to the PresidentDec 10, 2004
- Became lawDec 21, 2004
Latest action: Became Public Law No: 108-479. (Dec 21, 2004)
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