A joint resolution approving the location of a memorial to commemorate and honor the members of the Armed Forces who served on active duty in support of Operation Desert Storm or Operation Desert Shield.

S.J.Res. 1 in the 115th Congress (2017–2018) became law — introduced on Jan 3, 2017, sponsored by John Boozman with 24 co-sponsors.

During the 115th Congress (2017–2018), Barack Obama was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.

Status: Became law
Introduced: Jan 3, 2017
Co-sponsors: 24
Policy area: Armed Forces and National Security
Public law: Public Law 115-18

What it does

This joint resolution approves the location within Washington, DC and the surrounding area of the National Desert Storm and Desert Shield Memorial authorized to be established under the Carl Levin and Howard P. `Buck' McKeon National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2015.

Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.

Sponsor

John Boozman (R-AR). Co-sponsors: 10 Democrats, 13 Republicans, 1 Independent.

Where it stands

IntroducedJan 3, 2017
Passed the SenateMar 8, 2017
Passed the HouseMar 15, 2017
Sent to the PresidentMar 20, 2017
Became lawMar 31, 2017

Latest action: Became Public Law No: 115-18. (Mar 31, 2017)

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Committees

Energy and Natural Resources Committee

From GovInfo bill records, Congressional Research Service summaries, Voteview roll calls and lobbying reports.

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