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A concurrent resolution authorizing the use of the rotunda of the Capitol to honor Frank W. Buckles, the last surviving United States veteran of the First World War.

5/22/2008--Introduced.

Authorizes the use of the Capitol rotunda on June 18, 2008, for a ceremony to honor the only living veteran of the First World War, Mr. Frank Woodruff Buckles, as a tribute and recognition of all U.S. military members who served in the First World War.
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  • 05/22/2008 - Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S4848; text as passed Senate: CR S4848; text of measure as introduced: CR S4810)
  • 05/22/2008 - Received in the House.
  • 05/22/2008 - Message on Senate action sent to the House.
  • 05/22/2008 - Held at the desk.
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S.CON.RES.85 Agreed to by Senate05/28/2008