H.R. 2369 · 109th Congress · 2005–2006
Honor Our Fallen Prisoners of War Act
H.R. 2369 in the 109th Congress (2005–2006) was introduced on May 16, 2005, sponsored by Bob Filner with 220 co-sponsors.
During the 109th Congress (2005–2006), George W. Bush was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Introduced
- Introduced
- May 16, 2005
- Co-sponsors
- 220
- Policy area
- Armed Forces and National Security
What it does
Honor Our Fallen Prisoners of War Act - Requires the Secretary concerned to award the Purple Heart to members of the Armed Forces who die in captivity under circumstances not otherwise establishing eligibility for the Purple Heart. Makes this Act effective as to members of the Armed Forces who die on or after December 7, 1941, including those who die prior to enactment.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Bob Filner (D-CA). Co-sponsors: 131 Democrats, 88 Republicans, 1 Independent.
Where it stands
- IntroducedMay 16, 2005
- Passed the House—
- Passed the Senate—
- Sent to the President—
- Became law—
Latest action: Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services. (May 16, 2005)
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