NY J01410

Requests Governor Kathy Hochul to proclaim March 25, 2026, as Vietnam Veterans Day in New York State, coinciding with National Vietnam Veterans Day

Honors the more than 3 million Americans who served in the Vietnam War and the over 58,000 who lost their lives, with names memorialized at the Vietnam Memorial in Washington, D.C.

Notes key historical details: U.S. troop levels peaked at approximately 543,000 in 1969, the Treaty of Paris was signed January 27, 1973, and the last 2,500 troops withdrew on May 7, 1975

Encourages New Yorkers to observe the day with ceremonies acknowledging that Vietnam veterans did not receive proper appreciation upon returning home

Promotes awareness of veterans' contributions and supports opportunities for Vietnam veterans to assist younger veterans returning from Iraq and Afghanistan with reintegration into civilian life