Loading chat...
HI HR223
Resolution
Status
3/29/2018
Primary Sponsor
Matthew Lopresti
Click for details
AI Summary
H.R. 223 Summary
-
Honors Vietnam War veterans who served in all branches of the armed forces, recognizing March 29, 2018 as the first annual National Vietnam Veterans Day.
-
Acknowledges that more than 58,000 United States Armed Forces members died in the Vietnam War (1955-1975) and more than 300,000 were wounded.
-
Recognizes the heroic combat efforts in battles such as Hue and the A Shau Valley, noting that veterans waited too long for national acknowledgment due to the war's divisiveness.
-
Thanks Vietnam veterans for their continued service to the country after military service through careers as teachers, clergy, business owners, civil servants, and other essential roles.
-
Directs the House of Representatives to honor and recognize Vietnam War veterans and remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice.
Legislative Description
Recognizing The Brave Men And Women Who Served Our Country During The Vietnam War And Remembering Those Who Gave The Ultimate Sacrifice.
Recognizing the brave men and women who served our Country during the Vietnam War
Last Action
Resolution adopted in final form.
3/29/2018