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Expressing support for the designation of February 28, as "Desert Storm Veterans Day".

2/8/2022, 11:21 PM

Congressional Summary of HRES 876

This resolution expresses the support of the House of Representatives for the designation of Desert Storm Veterans Day to honor and recognize the contributions of the veterans who served in Operation Desert Storm. The resolution also encourages state and local governments to designate a Desert Storm Veterans Day.

The resolution supports the expeditious handling of claims by the Department of Veterans Affairs for Desert Storm veterans and urges that these veterans continue to receive high quality medical treatment for ailments associated with their service in Desert Storm.

Current Status of Bill HRES 876

Bill HRES 876 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 28, 2020. Bill HRES 876 was introduced during Congress 116 and was introduced to the House on February 28, 2020.  Bill HRES 876's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs. as of February 28, 2020

Bipartisan Support of Bill HRES 876

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
1
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
1
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HRES 876

Primary Policy Focus

Armed Forces and National Security

Potential Impact Areas

- Commemorative events and holidays
- Community life and organization
- Conflicts and wars
- Congressional tributes
- Hazardous wastes and toxic substances
- Iraq
- Kuwait
- Middle East
- Military operations and strategy
- Military personnel and dependents
- Veterans' medical care
- Veterans' organizations and recognition
- Veterans' pensions and compensation

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HRES 876

Expressing support for the designation of February 28, as "Desert Storm Veterans Day".
Expressing support for the designation of February 28, as "Desert Storm Veterans Day".

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