Deploring the abuse of persons in United States custody in Iraq, regardless of the circumstances of their detention, urging the Secretary of the Army to bring to swift justice any member of the Armed Forces who has violated the Uniform Code of Military Justice, expressing the deep appreciation of the Nation to the courageous and honorable members of the Armed Forces who have selflessly served, or are currently serving, in Operation Iraqi Freedom, and for other purposes.

Bill: 108-hres-627
Sponsor: Rep. Hunter, Duncan [R-CA-52]
Introduced: 2004-05-05 in the House
Policy area: Armed Forces and National Security
Subjects: Armed forces abroad
Army
Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues
Commemorations
Congress
Congress and military policy
Congressional oversight
Congressional tributes
Courts-martial and courts of inquiry
Crime and Law Enforcement
Criminal investigation
Democracy
Detention of persons
Families
Government Operations and Politics
Governmental investigations
House of Representatives
Human rights
International Affairs
Iraq
Iraq compilation
Middle East and North Africa
Military and naval offenses
Military command and control
Military dependents
Military occupation
Military operations
Prisoners of war
Prisoners' rights
Prosecution
Torture

Summary:
action_date: 2004-05-05
text: 
Deplores and condemns the abuse of persons in U.S. custody in Iraq, regardless of the circumstances of their detention.
 
Declares that the alleged crimes of a handful of individuals should not detract from the commendable sacrifices of over 300,000 members of the U.S. armed forces who have served, or are serving, in Operation Iraqi Freedom.
 
Reaffirms the American principle that any and all individuals under U.S. custody and care shall be afforded proper and humane treatment.
 
Urges the Secretary of the Army: (1) to conduct a full and thorough investigation into any and all allegations of mistreatment or abuse of detainees in Iraq; (2) and appropriate military authorities to undertake corrective action to address command and systemic deficiencies identified in the incidents in question; and (3) to bring swift justice to any member of the Armed Forces who violated the Uniform Code of Military Justice.
 
Reaffirms the need for Congress to be frequently updated on the status of efforts by the Department of Defense to address and resolve such issues.
 
Expresses: (1) deep appreciation to the members of the Armed Forces who have selflessly served, or are so serving, in Operation Iraqi Freedom; (2) the support and thanks of the Nation to the families and friends of such members; and (3) the continuing solidarity and support of the House of Representatives and the American people for the partnership of the United States with the Iraqi people in building a viable Iraqi government and a secure nation.

action_date: 2004-05-06
text: 

(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.)

 
Deplores and condemns the abuse of persons in U.S. custody in Iraq, regardless of the circumstances of their detention.
 
Declares that the alleged crimes of a handful of individuals should not detract from the commendable sacrifices of over 300,000 members of the U.S. armed forces who have served, or are serving, in Operation Iraqi Freedom.
 
Reaffirms the American principle that any and all individuals under U.S. custody and care shall be afforded proper and humane treatment.
 
Urges the Secretary of the Army: (1) to conduct a full and thorough investigation into any and all allegations of mistreatment or abuse of detainees in Iraq; (2) and appropriate military authorities to undertake corrective action to address command and systemic deficiencies identified in the incidents in question; and (3) to bring swift justice to any member of the Armed Forces who violated the Uniform Code of Military Justice.
 
Reaffirms the need for Congress to be frequently updated on the status of efforts by the Department of Defense to address and resolve such issues.
 
Expresses: (1) deep appreciation to the members of the Armed Forces who have selflessly served, or are so serving, in Operation Iraqi Freedom; (2) the support and thanks of the Nation to the families and friends of such members; and (3) the continuing solidarity and support of the House of Representatives and the American people for the partnership of the United States with the Iraqi people in building a viable Iraqi government and a secure nation.


Legislative actions:
action_date: 2004-05-06
text: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
action_date: 2004-05-06
text: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by recorded vote: 365 - 50 (Roll no. 150). (text: CR H2680-2681)
action_date: 2004-05-06
text: Passed/agreed to in House: On agreeing to the resolution Agreed to by recorded vote: 365 - 50 (Roll no. 150).(text: CR H2680-2681)
action_date: 2004-05-06
text: Mr. Hunter raised a point of order against the motion to recommit with instructions. Mr. Hunter stated that the rule governing debate on this resolution does not allow for a motion to recommit with instruction. Sustained by the Chair.
action_date: 2004-05-06
text: Point of order sustained against the motion to recommit with instructions. (consideration: CR H2696; text: CR H2697)
action_date: 2004-05-06
text: Mr. Hoyer moved to recommit with instructions to Armed Services. (consideration: CR H2696; text: CR H2696)
action_date: 2004-05-06
text: The previous question was ordered pursuant to the rule.
action_date: 2004-05-06
text: DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H. Res. 627.
action_date: 2004-05-06
text: Rule provides for consideration of H. Res. 627 with 1 hour of general debate. Motion to recommit allowed. Measure will be considered read. Bill is closed to amendments.
action_date: 2004-05-06
text: Considered under the provisions of rule H. Res. 628. (consideration: CR H2680-2698)
action_date: 2004-05-06
text: Rule H. Res. 628 passed House.
action_date: 2004-05-06
text: Rules Committee Resolution H. Res. 628 Reported to House. Rule provides for consideration of H. Res. 627 with 1 hour of general debate. Motion to recommit allowed. Measure will be considered read. Bill is closed to amendments.
action_date: 2004-05-06
text: Referred to the Committee on Armed Services, and in addition to the Committee on International Relations, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
action_date: 2004-05-06
text: Referred to the Committee on Armed Services, and in addition to the Committee on International Relations, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
action_date: 2004-05-06
text: Referred to the Committee on Armed Services, and in addition to the Committee on International Relations, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
action_date: 2004-05-05
text: Introduced in House
action_date: 2004-05-05
text: Introduced in House