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H.R. 2216

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To provide for greater recognition of Veterans Day each year.
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Committee
Latest Action · May 22, 2003
Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
Congress
108th (2003–2005)
Introduced
May 22, 2003
Cosponsors (14)
8D 6R
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Encourages: (1) Americans to demonstrate their support for veterans on Veterans Day by treating that day as a special day of reflection; (2) houses of worship and other institutions to ring bells at 11:00 AM on such Day; and (3) people to then observe a moment of reflection in recognition of veterans. Authorizes and requests the President to issue a proclamation each year in connection with the observance of Veterans Day calling on Americans to observe it with appropriate ceremonies and activities.

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