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

1/21/2025, 12:43 PM
Referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs, and in addition to the Committee on Education and Workforce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Bill 119 hjres 19, also known as the Vietnam Veterans Recognition Act, is a piece of legislation that aims to acknowledge the bravery and sacrifices made by veterans of the Vietnam War. The bill also seeks to formally apologize for the mistreatment that many of these veterans faced upon returning home from their service.

The Vietnam War was a divisive and controversial conflict that left a lasting impact on those who served in it. Many Vietnam veterans faced hostility and disrespect upon their return to the United States, with some even being called derogatory names and being treated as outcasts.

The Vietnam Veterans Recognition Act seeks to right this wrong by officially recognizing the courage and sacrifice of these veterans. The bill acknowledges the hardships that many Vietnam veterans faced both during and after the war, and expresses gratitude for their service to their country. In addition to acknowledging the sacrifices of Vietnam veterans, the bill also includes a formal apology for the mistreatment that many of these veterans experienced upon returning home. The apology is a way for the government to acknowledge the wrongs that were done to these veterans and to express regret for the way they were treated. Overall, Bill 119 hjres 19 is a bipartisan effort to honor the service of Vietnam veterans and to apologize for the injustices that they faced. It is a step towards healing the wounds of the past and showing gratitude to those who served their country during a difficult and tumultuous time.
Congress
119

Number
HJRES - 19

Introduced on
2025-01-15

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

1/15/2025

Status of Legislation

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

Purpose and Summary

Referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs, and in addition to the Committee on Education and Workforce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Bill 119 hjres 19, also known as the Vietnam Veterans Recognition Act, is a piece of legislation that aims to acknowledge the bravery and sacrifices made by veterans of the Vietnam War. The bill also seeks to formally apologize for the mistreatment that many of these veterans faced upon returning home from their service.

The Vietnam War was a divisive and controversial conflict that left a lasting impact on those who served in it. Many Vietnam veterans faced hostility and disrespect upon their return to the United States, with some even being called derogatory names and being treated as outcasts.

The Vietnam Veterans Recognition Act seeks to right this wrong by officially recognizing the courage and sacrifice of these veterans. The bill acknowledges the hardships that many Vietnam veterans faced both during and after the war, and expresses gratitude for their service to their country. In addition to acknowledging the sacrifices of Vietnam veterans, the bill also includes a formal apology for the mistreatment that many of these veterans experienced upon returning home. The apology is a way for the government to acknowledge the wrongs that were done to these veterans and to express regret for the way they were treated. Overall, Bill 119 hjres 19 is a bipartisan effort to honor the service of Vietnam veterans and to apologize for the injustices that they faced. It is a step towards healing the wounds of the past and showing gratitude to those who served their country during a difficult and tumultuous time.
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

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Latest Action1/15/2025
Referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs, and in addition to the Committee on Education and Workforce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction ...