Bill Summary
This resolution expresses the House of Representatives' support for the designation of October 23, 2019 as a national day of remembrance for the tragic 1983 terrorist bombing of the United States Marine Corps Barracks in Beirut, Lebanon. The resolution highlights the background and impact of the bombing, including the number of American servicemembers killed and injured, and the establishment of a national remembrance day to honor those who died. The resolution also encourages the American people to participate in ceremonies and activities to observe this day of remembrance.
Possible Impacts
1. The legislation could bring up painful memories and emotions for those who were directly impacted by the 1983 bombing, such as the families and friends of the victims, as well as survivors who may have suffered physical or emotional injuries.
2. The establishment of a national day of remembrance could serve as a reminder of the sacrifices made by members of the Armed Forces and the dangers they face while serving their country. It could also raise awareness about the ongoing threat of terrorism.
3. The resolution may prompt discussions and debates about the United States' involvement in international conflicts and the impact it has on members of the Armed Forces and their families.
[Congressional Bills 116th Congress]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office]
[H. Res. 515 Introduced in House (IH)]
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116th CONGRESS
1st Session
H. RES. 515
Expressing support for the designation of October 23, 2019, as a
national day of remembrance of the tragic 1983 terrorist bombing of the
United States Marine Corps Barracks in Beirut, Lebanon.
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IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
July 24, 2019
Mr. Pence (for himself, Mr. Gallagher, Mr. Carbajal, and Mr. Moulton)
submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee
on Oversight and Reform
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RESOLUTION
Expressing support for the designation of October 23, 2019, as a
national day of remembrance of the tragic 1983 terrorist bombing of the
United States Marine Corps Barracks in Beirut, Lebanon.
Whereas the United States deployed members of the Armed Forces to Lebanon in
1982 as part of a multinational peacekeeping force;
Whereas early on the morning of October 23, 1983, a truck packed with explosives
detonated outside of a building at Beirut International Airport that
served as quarters for several hundred members of the United States
Armed Forces deployed as part of the peacekeeping force;
Whereas 241 members of the Armed Forces were killed in the blast;
Whereas the Americans killed included 220 Marines, members of the 1st Battalion,
8th Marines-Battalion Landing Team, which made October 23, 1983, the
deadliest day for the Marine Corps since the Battle of Iwo Jima in
February 1945 during World War II;
Whereas, in addition to the Marine Corps casualties, 18 Navy sailors and 3 Army
soldiers were killed, and more than 100 other members of the Armed
Forces were injured;
Whereas members of the Armed Forces from 39 States and Puerto Rico died while
serving in Beirut, Lebanon, from 1982 to 1984;
Whereas, on the same day as the bombing of the Marine Corps Barracks, another
suicide bomber killed 58 French paratroopers housed at another building
in Beirut; and
Whereas it is fitting and proper that the events of October 23, 1983, and the
members of the United States Armed Forces who died in Beirut on that day
are recognized through the establishment of a national remembrance day
on October 23: Now, therefore, be it
Resolved, That the House of Representatives--
(1) supports the designation of a national day of
remembrance for members of the United States Armed Forces who
were killed or injured by the terrorist attack on the United
States Marine Corps Barracks in Beirut, Lebanon, on October 23,
1983; and
(2) encourages the people of the United States to support
and participate in appropriate ceremonies, programs, and other
activities in observance of such a national day of remembrance.
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