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DE SCR137
Concurrent Resolution
Status
Engrossed
3/28/2024
Primary Sponsor
David Lawson
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AI Summary
- Recognizes March 29, 2024, as "National Vietnam War Veterans Day" in Delaware to honor and thank Vietnam veterans and their families for service and sacrifice
- Acknowledges that more than 9 million Americans served between November 1, 1955, and May 15, 1975, with 58,318 names on the Vietnam Veterans Memorial
- Notes that at least 304,000 service members were wounded, 1,600 remain Missing in Action, and approximately 2,500 were Prisoners of War
- Highlights that 65,438 veterans live in Delaware, with 38.9% having served in Vietnam, and that many were exposed to Agent Orange
- Designates March 29 because it marks the date in 1973 when the Military Assistance Command, Vietnam was disestablished and the last U.S. combat troops departed Vietnam
Legislative Description
Recognizing March 29, 2024, As "national Vietnam War Veterans Day In The State Of Delaware.
Last Action
Passed In House by Voice Vote
3/28/2024
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