H.Res. 644 (110th): Reaffirming the commitment of the House of Representatives to respecting the independent and professional reputation of General David H. Petraeus and all members of the United States Armed Forces serving in good standing in the defense of the United States.

Introduced:
Sep 10, 2007 (110th Congress, 2007–2009)
Sponsor:
Rep. John Boehner [R-OH8]
Status:
Died (Referred to Committee)

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Status

This resolution was introduced on September 10, 2007, in a previous session of Congress, but was not enacted.

Progress
Introduced Sep 10, 2007
Cosponsors
34 cosponsors (33R, 1D) (show)
Committees

House Armed Services

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Last updated Sep 10, 2007.
3 pages

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9/10/2007--Introduced.
Recognizes the service of General David H. Petraeus, and other members of the Armed Forces serving in good standing, in defense of the United States, as well as the personal sacrifices made by General Petraeus and his family, and other members of the Armed Forces and their families. Commits to judging the merits of the sworn testimony of General Petraeus without prejudice or personal bias. Condemns the personal attacks on the integrity and professionalism of General Petraeus made by the advocacy group MoveOn.org. Honors all members of the Armed Forces and civilian personnel serving in harm's way, and their families. Pledges to move forward on all policy debate regarding the war in Iraq with the respect and commitment to intellectual integrity that the sacrifices of these members and civilian personnel deserve.

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