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 PMSummary of Bill HJRES 33
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.
Congressional Summary of HJRES 33
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.
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Current Status of Bill HJRES 33
Bill HJRES 33 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 17, 2023. Bill HJRES 33 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on February 17, 2023. Bill HJRES 33's most recent activity was 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 jurisdiction of the committee concerned. as of February 17, 2023Bipartisan Support of Bill HJRES 33
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
46Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
46Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HJRES 33
Primary Policy Focus
Armed Forces and National SecurityPotential Impact Areas
AsiaConflicts and warsCongressional tributesElementary and secondary educationMilitary historyTeaching, teachers, curriculaU.S. historyVeterans' organizations and recognitionVietnamAlternate Title(s) of Bill HJRES 33
To acknowledge the courage and sacrifice of veterans of the Vietnam War and formally apologize for the treatment they received upon returning home.To acknowledge the courage and sacrifice of veterans of the Vietnam War and formally apologize for the treatment they received upon returning home.Comments
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