Topic: Hcr 158

Legislation identified as HCR 158 was introduced to prohibit forcing American soldiers to wear foreign uniforms, specifically those of the United Nations. The bipartisan bill, sponsored by Helen Chenoweth of Idaho, includes co-sponsors such as Ron Paul and Ralph Hall. Representative Bob Barr also reportedly sent an early inquiry to the Pentagon regarding the Michael New case shortly after the incident began.

Representative Helen Chenoweth of Idaho introduced HCR 158, a bipartisan resolution asserting that forcing American soldiers to wear foreign or United Nations uniforms is illegal. The bill has gained co-sponsors including Ron Paul and Ralph Hall, while Representative Bob Barr was among the first to formally query the Pentagon regarding Michael New's case. A documentary video about the case is being distributed for $20 to raise funds for New's legal defense and to educate active-duty personnel.