To acknowledge the courage and sacrifice of veterans of the Vietnam War and formally apologize for the treatment they received upon returning home.

12/15/2023, 3:52 PM

This joint resolution recognizes the sacrifice of veterans of the Vietnam War and commends them for their sacrifice to the United States. The joint resolution also urges the President to formally acknowledge the widespread mistreatment of such veterans as part of the ongoing Vietnam War Commemoration and issue a formal apology to the veterans and their families. Additionally, the joint resolution expresses urgent support for increased education to better reflect the sacrifice and treatment of Vietnam veterans.

Bill 118 hjres 33, also known as the Vietnam War Veterans Recognition Act, aims to acknowledge the bravery and sacrifices made by veterans of the Vietnam War. The bill specifically addresses the mistreatment that many of these veterans faced upon returning home from their service.

The legislation seeks to formally apologize to these veterans for the lack of recognition and support they received upon their return. It recognizes the hardships and challenges that many Vietnam War veterans faced, both during their service and after returning home.

The bill highlights the importance of honoring and respecting the service of these veterans, who often faced hostility and neglect upon their return. It acknowledges the sacrifices they made for their country and seeks to provide them with the recognition and support they deserve. Overall, Bill 118 hjres 33 is a bipartisan effort to acknowledge the courage and sacrifice of Vietnam War veterans and to apologize for the mistreatment they endured upon returning home. It serves as a reminder of the importance of honoring and supporting all veterans for their service to our country.
Congress
118

Number
HJRES - 33

Introduced on
2023-02-17

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

2/17/2023

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

This joint resolution recognizes the sacrifice of veterans of the Vietnam War and commends them for their sacrifice to the United States. The joint resolution also urges the President to formally acknowledge the widespread mistreatment of such veterans as part of the ongoing Vietnam War Commemoration and issue a formal apology to the veterans and their families. Additionally, the joint resolution expresses urgent support for increased education to better reflect the sacrifice and treatment of Vietnam veterans.

Bill 118 hjres 33, also known as the Vietnam War Veterans Recognition Act, aims to acknowledge the bravery and sacrifices made by veterans of the Vietnam War. The bill specifically addresses the mistreatment that many of these veterans faced upon returning home from their service.

The legislation seeks to formally apologize to these veterans for the lack of recognition and support they received upon their return. It recognizes the hardships and challenges that many Vietnam War veterans faced, both during their service and after returning home.

The bill highlights the importance of honoring and respecting the service of these veterans, who often faced hostility and neglect upon their return. It acknowledges the sacrifices they made for their country and seeks to provide them with the recognition and support they deserve. Overall, Bill 118 hjres 33 is a bipartisan effort to acknowledge the courage and sacrifice of Vietnam War veterans and to apologize for the mistreatment they endured upon returning home. It serves as a reminder of the importance of honoring and supporting all veterans for their service to our country.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedTo acknowledge the courage and sacrifice of veterans of the Vietnam War and formally apologize for the treatment they received upon returning home.

Policy Areas
Armed Forces and National Security

Potential Impact
Asia•
Conflicts and wars•
Congressional tributes•
Elementary and secondary education•
Military history•
Teaching, teachers, curricula•
U.S. history•
Veterans' organizations and recognition•
Vietnam

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Latest Summary2/23/2023

This joint resolution recognizes the sacrifice of veterans of the Vietnam War and commends them for their sacrifice to the United States. The joint resolution also urges the President to formally acknowledge the widespread mistreatment of such ve...


Latest Action2/17/2023
Referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs, and in addition to the Committee on Education and the Workforce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdict...