A HOUSE RESOLUTION Supporting President George W. bush's leadership in His effort to protect the united states from saddam hussein.
Whereas, the dictatorship of Iraq has continued to develop weapons of mass destruction in violation of United Nations Security Council Resolution 1441; and
Whereas, the dictator, Saddam Hussein has demonstrated a willingness to use weapons of mass destruction against neighboring nations and the citizens of Iraq; and
Whereas, Saddam Hussein threatens the Middle East and the global economy with the threat to use weapons of mass destruction; and
Whereas, North Carolina is home to 98,772 active duty military personnel and 22,005 national guardsmen and reservists, all of whom stand ready to defend our country if called, as well as 72,544 military retirees who have served honorably in years past; Now, therefore,
Be it resolved by the House of Representatives:
SECTION 1.  The House of Representatives expresses its support of President George W. Bush, the President's cabinet, and the men and women of the United States armed forces for their courage and decision to remove Saddam Hussein from power.
SECTION 2.  The Principal Clerk shall transmit a certified copy of this resolution to President George W. Bush.
SECTION 3.  This resolution is effective upon adoption.