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IN HCR0022
Concurrent Resolution
Status
Introduced
3/3/2014
Primary Sponsor
Rebecca Kubacki
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AI Summary
- Urges the Governor to declare March 30 each year as Welcome Home Vietnam Veterans Day in Indiana
- Notes that more than 58,000 U.S. Armed Forces members, including 1,532 Hoosiers, died in Vietnam and over 300,000 were wounded
- Acknowledges the Vietnam War's divisive nature and that many veterans did not receive public support and appreciation for their service upon return
- References Congress's proclamation of March 30 as a national Welcome Home Vietnam Veterans Day and encourages ceremonies and activities to promote awareness of veterans' contributions
- Intends to express appreciation and honor to members of the Armed Forces, Red Cross, and other service organizations who served during the Vietnam War
Legislative Description
A CONCURRENT RESOLUTION urging the Governor to designate March 30 each year as Welcome Home Vietnam Veterans Day.
Last Action
First reading: adopted voice vote
3/3/2014
Full Bill Text
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