[Congressional Bills 111th Congress]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office]
[H. Con. Res. 286 Engrossed Amendment Senate (EAS)]

                  In the Senate of the United States,

                                                         June 28, 2010.
    Resolved, That the resolution from the House of Representatives (H. 
Con. Res. 286) entitled ``Concurrent resolution recognizing the 235th 
birthday of the United States Army.'', do pass with the following

                               AMENDMENT:

            Strike the preamble and insert the following:

Whereas on June 14, 1775, the Second Continental Congress, representing the 
        citizens of 13 American colonies, authorized the establishment of the 
        Continental Army;
Whereas for the past 235 years, the United States Army's central mission has 
        been to fight and win wars;
Whereas the 183 campaign streamers from Lexington to Iraqi Surge carried on the 
        Army flag are a testament to the valor, commitment, and sacrifice of the 
        brave members of the United States Army;
Whereas members of the United States Army have won extraordinary distinction and 
        respect for the Nation and its Army stemming from engagements around the 
        globe;
Whereas in 2010, the United States will reflect on the contributions of members 
        of the United States Army on the Korean peninsula in commemoration of 
        the 60th anniversary of the Korean War;
Whereas the motto on the United States Army seal, ``This We'll Defend'', is the 
        creed by which the members of the Army live and serve;
Whereas the United States Army is an all-volunteer force that is trained and 
        ready for any adversary that might threaten our Nation or its national 
        security interests; and
Whereas no matter what the cause, location, or magnitude of future conflicts, 
        the United States can rely on its well-trained, well-led, and highly 
        motivated members of the United States Army to successfully carry out 
        the missions entrusted to them: Now, therefore, be it

            Strike all after the resolving clause and insert the 
      following:

That Congress--
            (1) expresses its appreciation to the members of the United 
        States Army for 235 years of dedicated service; and
            (2) honors the valor, commitment, and sacrifice that 
        members of the United States Army, their families, and Army 
        civilians have displayed throughout the history of the Army.

            Attest:

                                                                      Secretary.
111th CONGRESS

  2d Session

                            H. CON. RES. 286

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                               AMENDMENT