106th CONGRESS
  2d Session
H. CON. RES. 327

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                         CONCURRENT RESOLUTION

Whereas throughout the history of the United States, the United States merchant
        marine has served the Nation during periods of war;
Whereas vessels of the United States merchant marine fleet, such as the S.S.
        LANE VICTORY, provided critical logistical support to the Armed Forces
        by carrying equipment, supplies, and personnel necessary to maintain war
        efforts;
Whereas numerous members of the United States merchant marine have died to
        secure peace and freedom; and
Whereas at a time when the people of the United States are recognizing the
        contributions of the Armed Forces and civilian personnel to the national
        security, it is appropriate to recognize the service of the United
        States merchant marine: Now, therefore, be it
    Resolved by the House of Representatives (the Senate concurring),
That the Congress--
            (1) honors the service and sacrifice during periods of war
        by members of the United States merchant marine;
            (2) recognizes the critical role played by vessels of the
        United States merchant marine fleet, such as the S.S. LANE
        VICTORY, in transporting equipment, supplies, and personnel
        necessary to support war efforts; and
            (3) encourages--
                    (A) the American people, through appropriate
                ceremonies and activities, to recognize and commemorate
                the service and sacrifices of the United States
                merchant marine; and
                    (B) all government agencies to take appropriate
                steps to commemorate the United States merchant marine.

            Passed the House of Representatives September 13, 2000.