US HR1078 | 2009-2010 | 111th Congress
Status
Spectrum: Bipartisan Bill
Status: Introduced on February 5 2010 - 25% progression, died in committee
Action: 2010-02-25 - Referred to the Subcommittee on Military Personnel.
Pending: House Subcommittee on Military Personnel Committee
Text: Latest bill text (Introduced) [PDF]
Status: Introduced on February 5 2010 - 25% progression, died in committee
Action: 2010-02-25 - Referred to the Subcommittee on Military Personnel.
Pending: House Subcommittee on Military Personnel Committee
Text: Latest bill text (Introduced) [PDF]
Summary
Commends Brittany and Robbie Bergquist (founders of Cell Phones for Soldiers), their family, and the thousands of volunteers who help members of the Armed Forces (members) keep in touch with their families through the use of recycled cell phones. Pledges continued support for members to maintain contact with their families and loved ones while serving in harm's way. Expresses appreciation for Cell Phones for Soldiers and other nonprofit entities that work selflessly to provide an affordable means for members to maintain such contact while serving overseas.
Title
Commending the nonprofit organization Cell Phones for Soldiers for its resolute and continuing service to members of the Armed Forces and their families.
Sponsors
History
| Date | Chamber | Action |
|---|---|---|
| 2010-02-25 | Referred to the Subcommittee on Military Personnel. | |
| 2010-02-05 | Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services. |
Subjects
Congressional tributes
Military personnel and dependents
Social work, volunteer service, charitable organizations
Telephone and wireless communication
US Congress State Sources
| Type | Source |
|---|---|
| Summary | https://www.congress.gov/bill/111th-congress/house-resolution/1078/all-info |
| Text | https://www.congress.gov/111/bills/hres1078/BILLS-111hres1078ih.pdf |
