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H.J.Res. 19·119th Congress·Introduced Jan 15, 2025

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

IntroducedArmed Forces and National SecurityNarrow
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Sponsor
Rep. Crenshaw, Dan [R-TX-2]
Committees
Education and Workforce Committee (primary)
Last action
Jan 15, 2025

Bottom line

This resolution seeks to formally recognize, apologize for, and promote education about the mistreatment of Vietnam War veterans upon their return home.

What it actually does

This joint resolution formally acknowledges the extraordinary sacrifice of Vietnam War veterans and commends their service. It urges the President to formally recognize the widespread mistreatment these veterans faced and issues a long-overdue formal apology on behalf of the American people to them and their families. Additionally, it expresses urgent support for increased education in schools to better reflect the courage and sacrifice of these veterans and the lack of support they received.

Resolved by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, That the United States, acting through Congress--(1)

Recognition of Sacrifice

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This provision formally acknowledges the extraordinary sacrifices made by veterans of the Vietnam War and commends them for their unwavering and courageous service to the Nation. It serves as an official statement of gratitude and respect from the United States Congress.

Resolved by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, That the United States, acting through Congress--(2)

Presidential Acknowledgment of Mistreatment

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This provision urges the President of the United States to formally acknowledge the widespread mistreatment of Vietnam War veterans as part of the ongoing Vietnam War Commemoration. It seeks to ensure that the executive branch also formally recognizes the historical injustices faced by these veterans.

Resolved by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, That the United States, acting through Congress--(3)

Formal Apology to Vietnam War Veterans

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This provision issues a long-overdue formal apology, on behalf of the American people, to veterans of the Vietnam War and their families for the mistreatment they endured during and after the war. This is a direct and explicit apology from the legislative branch.

Resolved by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, That the United States, acting through Congress--(4)

Support for Increased Education

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This provision expresses urgent support for increased education in the Nation's schools. The goal is to better reflect the courage and sacrifice of Vietnam War veterans and the lack of support they received upon returning home, aiming to correct historical narratives.

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