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HI SB669

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/23/2015

Primary Sponsor

William Espero

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Origin

Senate

2015 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Appropriates unspecified funds from general revenues for fiscal years 2015-2016 and 2016-2017 to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the Vietnam War with programs, ceremonies, and activities.

  • Directs the State Department of Defense to expend the appropriated sums for Vietnam War commemoration purposes.

  • Honors President Obama's proclamation (May 28, 2012 through November 11, 2025) designating the fiftieth anniversary commemoration period.

  • Recognizes the sacrifices of Vietnam War service members, including 58,000 killed, over 153,000 wounded, and 1,638 unaccounted for as of 2014.

  • Takes effect on July 1, 2015.

Legislative Description

Vietnam War; 50th Anniversary ($)

Last Action

Report adopted; Passed Second Reading and referred to WAM.

2/12/2015

Committee Referrals

Ways and Means2/12/2015
Public Safety, Intergovernmental and Military Affairs1/26/2015

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