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MI HR0107
Resolution
Status
5/14/2025
Primary Sponsor
Jennifer Wortz
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AI Summary
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Declares May 15, 2025, as Vietnam Veterans' Heritage Day in Michigan, marking the 50th anniversary of the end of the Vietnam War
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Recognizes the Mayaguez Incident (ended May 15, 1975) as the last U.S. military action of the Vietnam War, during which some of the final service members listed on the Vietnam Veterans Memorial were killed
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Acknowledges over 2.7 million U.S. military personnel served in Vietnam, with more than 58,000 giving their lives
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Notes that Vietnam veterans often faced scorn upon returning home and have struggled with physical and psychological conditions, with suicide deaths among veterans estimated near 100,000—exceeding combat deaths
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Affirms Michigan's duty to honor Vietnam veterans' service and sacrifice and to pass this recognition to future generations
Legislative Description
A resolution to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the end of the Vietnam War and to declare May 15, 2025, as Vietnam Veterans’ Heritage Day in the state of Michigan.
Last Action
Adopted
5/14/2025