openregs: legislation: 13 rows where bill_type = "hres", congress = 108 and policy_area = "Armed Forces and National Security" sorted by introduced

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bill_id	congress	bill_type	bill_number	title	policy_area	introduced_date ▲	latest_action_date	latest_action_text	origin_chamber	sponsor_name	sponsor_state	sponsor_party	sponsor_bioguide_id	cosponsor_count	summary_text	update_date	url
108-hres-826	108	hres	826	Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that Pasqualine J. Gibbons of Denver, Colorado, an African American woman who valiantly served her country in the Army Air Corps during World War II, was unfairly passed over for promotion and should have held the grade of technical sergeant, rather than private first class, upon her discharge from the service on January 2, 1946.	Armed Forces and National Security	2004-10-06	2004-10-06	Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.	House	Rep. DeGette, Diana [D-CO-1]	CO	D	D000197	2	Expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that Pasqualine J. Gibbons, while in the Army Air Corps during World War II, was unfairly passed over for promotion and should have held the grade of technical sergeant, rather than private first class, upon her discharge on January 2, 1946.	2023-01-14T22:48:38Z	https://www.congress.gov/bill/108th-congress/house-resolution/826
108-hres-689	108	hres	689	Of inquiry requesting the President and directing certain other Federal officials to transmit to the House of Representatives not later than 14 days after the date of the adoption of this resolution documents in the possession of the President and those officials relating to the treatment of prisoners or detainees in Iraq, Afghanistan, or Guantanamo Bay.	Armed Forces and National Security	2004-06-23	2004-07-22	Placed on the House Calendar, Calendar No. 217.	House	Rep. Conyers, John, Jr. [D-MI-14]	MI	D	C000714	47	(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Requests that the President, and directs the Secretary of State, Secretary of Defense, and Attorney General (AG) to transmit to the House of Representatives all documents in their possession (as more specifically identified in this Resolution) relating to the treatment of prisoners or detainees in Iraq, Afghanistan, or Guantanamo Bay and any instructions for handling such documents, with the exception of those documents in the AG's possession that are protected by Federal Rule of Criminal Procedure 6(e) in proceedings in which the AG or the Department of Justice are parties.	2023-01-15T04:49:20Z	https://www.congress.gov/bill/108th-congress/house-resolution/689
108-hres-639	108	hres	639	Condemning the abuse of Iraqi prisoners at Abu Ghraib prison, urging a full and complete investigation to ensure justice is served, and expressing support for all Americans serving nobly in Iraq.	Armed Forces and National Security	2004-05-12	2004-05-12	Referred to the Committee on Armed Services, and in addition to the Committee on International Relations, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.	House	Rep. McCollum, Betty [D-MN-4]	MN	D	M001143	0	Commends all Americans serving nobly abroad. Condemns the despicable acts at Abu Ghraib prison and joins with the President in expressing apology for the humiliation suffered by the prisoners in Iraq and their families. Urges: (1) the Government of the United States to take appropriate measures to ensure that such acts do not occur in the future; and (2) that all individuals responsible for such acts be held accountable. Expresses the belief that the appropriate committees of the House of Representatives and the President should conduct a full investigation of the abuses alleged to have occurred at Abu Ghraib.	2023-01-15T04:49:04Z	https://www.congress.gov/bill/108th-congress/house-resolution/639
108-hres-640	108	hres	640	Of inquiry requesting that the Secretary of Defense transmit to the House of Representatives before the expiration of the 14-day period beginning on the date of the adoption of this resolution any picture, photograph, video, communication, or report produced in conjunction with any completed Department of Defense investigation conducted by Major General Antonio M. Taguba relating to allegations of torture or allegations of violations of the Geneva Conventions of 1949 at Abu Ghraib prison in Iraq or any completed Department of Defense investigation relating to the abuse or alleged abuse of a prisoner of war or detainee by any civilian contractor working in Iraq who is employed on behalf of the Department of Defense.	Armed Forces and National Security	2004-05-12	2004-06-16	Placed on the House Calendar, Calendar No. 188.	House	Rep. Bell, Chris [D-TX-25]	TX	D	B001241	40	(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Requests that the Secretary of Defense transmit to the House of Representatives any picture, photograph, video, communication, or report produced in conjunction with any completed Department of Defense (DOD) investigation: (1) conducted by Major General Antonio M. Taguba and relating to allegations of torture or allegations of violations of the Geneva Convention at Abu Ghraib prison in Iraq; or (2) relating to the abuse or alleged abuse of prisoners of war or detainees by civilian contractors employed in Iraq on behalf of the DOD.	2023-01-15T04:49:04Z	https://www.congress.gov/bill/108th-congress/house-resolution/640
108-hres-627	108	hres	627	Deploring the abuse of persons in United States custody in Iraq, regardless of the circumstances of their detention, urging the Secretary of the Army to bring to swift justice any member of the Armed Forces who has violated the Uniform Code of Military Justice, expressing the deep appreciation of the Nation to the courageous and honorable members of the Armed Forces who have selflessly served, or are currently serving, in Operation Iraqi Freedom, and for other purposes.	Armed Forces and National Security	2004-05-05	2004-05-06	Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.	House	Rep. Hunter, Duncan [R-CA-52]	CA	R	H000981	0	(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Deplores and condemns the abuse of persons in U.S. custody in Iraq, regardless of the circumstances of their detention. Declares that the alleged crimes of a handful of individuals should not detract from the commendable sacrifices of over 300,000 members of the U.S. armed forces who have served, or are serving, in Operation Iraqi Freedom. Reaffirms the American principle that any and all individuals under U.S. custody and care shall be afforded proper and humane treatment. Urges the Secretary of the Army: (1) to conduct a full and thorough investigation into any and all allegations of mistreatment or abuse of detainees in Iraq; (2) and appropriate military authorities to undertake corrective action to address command and systemic deficiencies identified in the incidents in question; and (3) to bring swift justice to any member of the Armed Forces who violated the Uniform Code of Military Justice. Reaffirms the need for Congress to be frequently updated on the status of efforts by the Department of Defense to address and resolve such issues. Expresses: (1) deep appreciation to the members of the Armed Forces who have selflessly served, or are so serving, in Operation Iraqi Freedom; (2) the support and thanks of the Nation to the families and friends of such members; and (3) the continuing solidarity and support of the House of Representatives and the American people for the partnership of the United States with the Iraqi people in building a viable Iraqi government and a secure nation.	2023-01-15T04:49:04Z	https://www.congress.gov/bill/108th-congress/house-resolution/627
108-hres-608	108	hres	608	Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the Department of Defense should rectify deficiencies in the military postal system to ensure that members of the Armed Forces stationed overseas are able to receive and send mail in a timely manner as well as receive and send election ballots in time to be counted in the 2004 elections.	Armed Forces and National Security	2004-04-28	2004-05-12	Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.	House	Rep. Forbes, J. Randy [R-VA-4]	VA	R	F000445	43	(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Expresses the sense of the House of Representatives (House) that: (1) it is in the interests of the United States to immediately resolve long-standing military mail delivery problems so that our troops can receive mail from home and are not disenfranchised in the 2004 election; (2) the Secretary of Defense should establish a system that expedites the delivery of election ballots to members and accurately tracks military postal transit times; and (3) the House stands ready to assist in resolving these issues.	2023-01-15T04:48:34Z	https://www.congress.gov/bill/108th-congress/house-resolution/608
108-hres-410	108	hres	410	Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that prior to the conclusion of the first session of the One Hundred Eighth Congress the House should pass legislation that would create an independent commission or select House committee to investigate United States intelligence relating to Operation Iraqi Freedom.	Armed Forces and National Security	2003-10-21	2003-10-21	Referred to the Committee on Intelligence (Permanent Select), and in addition to the Committee on Rules, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.	House	Rep. Lee, Barbara [D-CA-9]	CA	D	L000551	46	Calls for the House of Representatives, prior to the conclusion of the first session of the 108th Congress, to pass legislation that would create an independent commission or select House committee to investigate U.S. intelligence relating to Operation Iraqi Freedom.	2023-01-15T07:47:43Z	https://www.congress.gov/bill/108th-congress/house-resolution/410
108-hres-387	108	hres	387	Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the Rest and Recuperation Leave program for members of the Armed Forces serving in combat zones in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom or Operation Enduring Freedom should cover all travel and transportation costs necessary to return members of the Armed Forces granted such leave to their homes located throughout the United States.	Armed Forces and National Security	2003-10-01	2003-10-01	Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.	House	Rep. Moore, Dennis [D-KS-3]	KS	D	M001140	140	Expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that the Rest and Recuperation Leave program for members of the armed forces serving in combat zones in support of Operations Iraqi Freedom or Enduring Freedom should cover all travel and transportation costs necessary to return members granted leave to their homes. (Currently, such program covers transportation to only an approved point of debarkation in the United States.)	2023-01-15T07:47:43Z	https://www.congress.gov/bill/108th-congress/house-resolution/387
108-hres-366	108	hres	366	Urging the President to establish an Iraq service medal to recognize service by members of the Armed Forces in Operation Iraqi Freedom.	Armed Forces and National Security	2003-09-10	2003-11-24	Executive Comment Requested from DOD.	House	Rep. Kaptur, Marcy [D-OH-9]	OH	D	K000009	3	Urges the President to establish the Iraq Service Medal to be awarded to all members of the armed forces who serve in the theater of operations for Operation Iraqi Freedom during a period prescribed by the President or the Secretary of Defense.	2023-01-15T07:03:00Z	https://www.congress.gov/bill/108th-congress/house-resolution/366
108-hres-364	108	hres	364	Of inquiry requesting the President to transmit to the House of Representatives not later than 14 days after the date of adoption of this resolution the report prepared for the Joint Chiefs of Staff entitled "Operation Iraqi Freedom Strategic Lessons Learned" and documents in his possession on the reconstruction and security of post-war Iraq.	Armed Forces and National Security	2003-09-09	2003-10-02	Placed on the House Calendar, Calendar No. 108.	House	Rep. Wexler, Robert [D-FL-19]	FL	D	W000314	45	(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary has been expanded because action occurred on the measure.) Requests the President to transmit to the House of Representatives no later than 14 days after the adoption of this resolution the report prepared for the Joint Chiefs of Staff entitled "Operation Iraqi Freedom Strategic Lessons Learned" and documents in his possession on the reconstruction and security of post-war Iraq.	2023-01-15T07:47:44Z	https://www.congress.gov/bill/108th-congress/house-resolution/364
108-hres-358	108	hres	358	Of inquiry requesting the President to transmit to the House of Representatives not later than 14 days after the date of adoption of this resolution the report prepared for the Joint Chiefs of Staff entitled "Operation Iraqi Freedom Strategic Lessons Learned" and other materials relating to the Administration's planning for the reconstruction and security of post-war Iraq.	Armed Forces and National Security	2003-09-05	2003-09-05	Referred to the Committee on Armed Services, and in addition to the Committee on International Relations, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.	House	Rep. Wexler, Robert [D-FL-19]	FL	D	W000314	12	Requests the President to transmit to the House of Representatives the report prepared for the Joint Chiefs of Staff entitled "Operation Iraqi Freedom Strategic Lessons Learned" and other materials relating to the Administration's planning for the reconstruction and security of post-war Iraq.	2023-01-15T07:03:01Z	https://www.congress.gov/bill/108th-congress/house-resolution/358
108-hres-182	108	hres	182	Commending Private First Class Jessica Lynch, United States Army, the special operations forces who on April 1, 2003, rescued her from captivity by Iraqi forces, and all United States and coalition forces in Iraq.	Armed Forces and National Security	2003-04-08	2003-04-08	Referred to the Committee on Armed Services, and in addition to the Committee on International Relations, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.	House	Rep. Capito, Shelley Moore [R-WV-2]	WV	R	C001047	0	Commends all members of the armed forces involved in the rescue of Private First Class Jessica Lynch on April 1, 2003.Expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that all members of U.S. and coalition forces participating in Operation Iraqi Freedom deserve the respect and admiration of all Americans. Extends the thoughts and prayers of the House of Representatives to the families and members of the armed forces who are still missing or held as prisoners of war in Iraq.	2023-01-15T23:17:59Z	https://www.congress.gov/bill/108th-congress/house-resolution/182
108-hres-65	108	hres	65	Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives regarding the military service of Filipinos during World War II and their eligibility for benefits under programs administered by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs.	Armed Forces and National Security	2003-02-11	2003-02-28	Referred to the Subcommittee on Total Force.	House	Rep. Millender-McDonald, Juanita [D-CA-37]	CA	D	M000714	48	Expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that: (1) the regular and new Philippine Scouts, U.S. Army Forces of the Far East Guerrillas, and members of the Commonwealth Army of the Philippines deserve recognition for their valiant service during World War II; and (2) the new Philippine Scouts and Commonwealth Army veterans deserve to receive the same veterans' benefits to which other U.S. armed forces veterans are entitled.	2023-01-15T22:03:53Z	https://www.congress.gov/bill/108th-congress/house-resolution/65

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CREATE TABLE legislation (
    bill_id TEXT PRIMARY KEY,
    congress INTEGER,
    bill_type TEXT,
    bill_number INTEGER,
    title TEXT,
    policy_area TEXT,
    introduced_date TEXT,
    latest_action_date TEXT,
    latest_action_text TEXT,
    origin_chamber TEXT,
    sponsor_name TEXT,
    sponsor_state TEXT,
    sponsor_party TEXT,
    sponsor_bioguide_id TEXT,
    cosponsor_count INTEGER DEFAULT 0,
    summary_text TEXT,
    update_date TEXT,
    url TEXT
);
CREATE INDEX idx_leg_congress ON legislation(congress);
CREATE INDEX idx_leg_type ON legislation(bill_type);
CREATE INDEX idx_leg_policy ON legislation(policy_area);
CREATE INDEX idx_leg_date ON legislation(introduced_date);
CREATE INDEX idx_leg_sponsor ON legislation(sponsor_name);
CREATE INDEX idx_leg_sponsor_bioguide ON legislation(sponsor_bioguide_id);