H.J.Res. 19 · 119th Congress · House

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

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Introduced
Jan 15, 25
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Signed into Law
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Executive Summary

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.

Action Timeline

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  1. JAN 15, 2025House floor actions

    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.

  2. JAN 15, 2025Library of Congress

    Introduced in House

Committees

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Education and Workforce Committee

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Referred: Jan 15, 2025

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Veterans' Affairs Committee

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Referred: Jan 15, 2025

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