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ND HCR3007
Concurrent Resolution
Status
3/13/2023
Primary Sponsor
Larry Bellew
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AI Summary
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Commemorates the 50th anniversary of the end of U.S. combat operations in Vietnam on January 27, 1973, and the release of American prisoners of war during Operation Homecoming from February to April 1973
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Recognizes that 3,403,100 Americans served in the Vietnam War with 58,220 casualties, including 198 North Dakotans killed, and honors approximately 15,000 North Dakota veterans who served during the Vietnam era
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Notes that of 766 prisoners of war, 114 died while captive and 591 returned home, while nearly 1,600 Americans remain unaccounted for including nine North Dakotans still listed as missing in action
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Calls upon North Dakota residents to join in honoring and expressing gratitude to all who served in the Vietnam War and their families and loved ones
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Directs the Secretary of State to forward a copy of the resolution to each member of the North Dakota Congressional Delegation
Legislative Description
A concurrent resolution commemorating the 50th anniversary of the end of the United States combat operations and the release of American prisoners of war in Vietnam.
Last Action
Filed with Secretary Of State 03/13
3/13/2023