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HRES 401 114th Congress House Armed Forces and National Security Asia Commemorative events and holidays Conflicts and wars Congressional tributes Veterans' education, employment, rehabilitation Veterans' organizations and recognition Vietnam

Supporting the goals and ideals of "Vietnam Veterans Day".

Introduced: July 29, 2015 Introduced by: Perry, Scott Republican · Pennsylvania See on congress.gov
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Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
Jul 29, 2015
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 Plain-English summary Congressional Research Service

Honors and recognizes the contributions of veterans who served in the U.S. Armed Forces in Vietnam.

Encourages states and local governments to designate a Vietnam Veterans Day.

Encourages the people of the United States to observe Vietnam Veterans Day with appropriate ceremonies and activities that:

  • provide the appreciation that such veterans deserve, but did not receive upon returning home from the war;
  • demonstrate the resolve that never again shall the people of the United States disregard or denigrate a generation of veterans;
  • promote awareness of the contributions of such veterans during military service as well as to their communities;
  • promote awareness of the importance of entire communities empowering veterans and their families readjust to civilian life after military service; and
  • promote opportunities for Vietnam veterans to assist younger veterans returning from the wars in Afghanistan and Iraq.
What's happening now July 29, 2015

Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.

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