[Congressional Bills 109th Congress]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office]
[H. Res. 698 Engrossed in House (EH)]


H. Res. 698

                 In the House of Representatives, U.S.,

                                                        March 14, 2006.
Whereas it was through the brave and noble efforts of the Nation's forefathers 
        that the United States first gained freedom and became a sovereign 
        nation;
Whereas there are more than 1,300,000 active component and more than 1,100,000 
        reserve component members of the Armed Forces serving the Nation in 
        support and defense of the values and freedom that all Americans 
        cherish;
Whereas the members of the Armed Forces deserve the utmost respect and 
        admiration of their fellow Americans for putting their lives in danger 
        for the sake of the freedoms enjoyed by all Americans;
Whereas members of the Armed Forces are defending freedom and democracy around 
        the globe and are playing a vital role in protecting the safety and 
        security of all Americans;
Whereas the nation officially celebrates and honors the accomplishments and 
        sacrifices of veterans, patriots, and leaders who fought for freedom, 
        but does not yet officially pay tribute to those who currently serve in 
        the Armed Forces;
Whereas all Americans should participate in a moment of silence to support the 
        troops; and
Whereas March 26th, 2006, is designated as ``National Support the Troops Day'': 
        Now, therefore, be it
    Resolved, That it is the sense of the House of Representatives that all 
Americans should participate in a moment of silence to reflect upon the service 
and sacrifice of members of the United States Armed Forces both at home and 
abroad.



            Attest:

                                                                 Clerk.