US HR401 | 2015-2016 | 114th Congress

Status

Spectrum: Partisan Bill (Republican 1-0)
Status: Introduced on July 29 2015 - 25% progression, died in committee
Action: 2015-07-29 - Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
Pending: House Veterans' Affairs Committee
Text: Latest bill text (Introduced) [PDF]

Summary

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

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Title

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

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History

DateChamberAction
2015-07-29HouseReferred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
2015-07-29HouseIntroduced in House

Same As/Similar To

SR130 (Related) 2015-03-27 - Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text of measure as introduced: CR 3/26/2015 S2055-2056)

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