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AL SR54

Resolution

Status

Engrossed

3/22/2012

Primary Sponsor

Tammy Irons

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Origin

Senate

Regular Session 2012

AI Summary

  • Recognizes Vietnam Veterans Day on March 30, 2012, honoring the service and sacrifice of veterans from the Vietnam War.

  • Acknowledges that 3.4 million Americans were deployed to Southeast Asia, 2.7 million served in the war zone, over 58,000 were killed, 153,000 were non-mortally wounded, and nearly 1,700 remain unaccounted for.

  • Notes that 1,207 names on the Vietnam Memorial Wall are from Alabama, recognizing the state's significant sacrifice in the conflict.

  • Directs that a copy of the resolution be provided for appropriate presentation in recognition of Vietnam Veterans Day, extending Alabama's admiration and gratitude for their contributions to the nation and communities.

Legislative Description

Vietnam Veterans, commended

Resolutions, Congratulatory

Last Action

Allen motion to Adopt adopted Voice Vote

3/22/2012

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