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IL HR1356

Resolution

Status

Passed

11/15/2016

Primary Sponsor

Katherine Cloonen

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Origin

House of Representatives

99th General Assembly

AI Summary

  • House Resolution recognizing the 50th Commemoration of the Vietnam War and welcoming Vietnam veterans home on July 9, 2016 at the Illinois Veterans Home in Manteno
  • Acknowledges the United States sent military personnel to the Republic of Vietnam over 50 years ago and recognizes Illinois's support for Vietnam War veterans and other Armed Forces veterans
  • Recognizes the Vietnam War as a painful chapter in American history and acknowledges mistreatment of troops who were often blamed for a war they did not start
  • Thanks and honors Vietnam War veterans, prisoners of war, and those listed as missing in action, along with their families for their service and sacrifice on behalf of Illinois

Legislative Description

WELCOME HOME VIETNAM VETS

Last Action

Resolution Adopted

11/15/2016

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