Bill Analysis - GOP.gov http://www.gop.gov/ Bill Analysis from Republicans in Congress en-US Thursday, February 09, 2012 Thursday, February 09, 2012 H.Con.Res. 209: Commemorating the 30th anniversary of the seizure of the U.S. hostages in Iran committee on foreign affairs http://www.gop.gov/bill/111/1/hconres209 Rep. Fortenberry, Jeff | Committee on Foreign Affairs

H.Con.Res. 209 would resolve that the House of Representatives:
• "Recognizes the 30th anniversary of the Iranian hostage crisis, during which 52 United States citizens were held hostage for 444 days;
• "Honors the sacrifice and service of the United States diplomats and military personnel held hostage and the servicemen who lost their lives and were wounded in a valiant attempt to free the United States hostages;
• "Expresses its support for all Iranian citizens who embrace the values of freedom, human rights, civil liberties, and rule of law; and
• Urges the Secretary of State to make every effort to assist United States citizens held hostage in Iran at any time during the period beginning on November 4, 1979, and ending on January 20, 1981, and their survivors in matters of compensation related to such citizens' detention."

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