HRES 552119th CongressIn Committee

Supporting the designation of Guam War Survivors Remembrance Day.

Introduced: Jun 26, 2025

Veterans Affairs

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H.Res. 552 is a House Resolution introduced by Rep. Moylan that expresses support for designating a national or focal observance called “Guam War Survivors Remembrance Day.” It honors the CHamoru survivors of the Japanese occupation of Guam during World War II, commemorating their courage and loyalty to the United States. The resolution notes the historical hardships endured, the involvement of survivors in aiding American liberation efforts, and prior recognitions and reparations. It calls on the American people to observe the day with ceremonies and activities to honor survivors and preserve their stories for future generations. As a resolution, it is a non-binding expression of Congress and does not create new laws or allocate funding.

Key Points

1Designation and observance: The resolution supports designating Guam War Survivors Remembrance Day and urges observance through appropriate ceremonies and activities.
2Historical context: It recounts Guam’s WWII occupation (Dec 1941–1944), including forced labor, torture, and atrocities, along with the Manenggon camp, and notes civilian deaths and the resilience of the CHamoru people.
3Loyalty recognition and reparations: Acknowledges the loyalty of Guam’s people to the United States (including the 2016 Guam World War II Loyalty Recognition Act) and references more than $38 million in reparations awarded to survivors and descendants.
4Public remembrance: Emphasizes preserving survivors’ testimonies and ensuring their stories inspire future generations.
5Legislative nature: Introduces a ceremonial goal in the House and requests observance; no funding or new legal obligations are created by this resolution.

Impact Areas

Primary group/area affected: CHamoru survivors and descendants in Guam and their communities; those directly involved in remembrance and education about Guam’s WWII history.Secondary group/area affected: U.S. veterans, educators, museums, and cultural organizations involved in historical memory and commemorations; the broader American public.Additional impacts: Potential to influence public awareness and local GUAM history education; serves as a symbolic acknowledgment rather than a funding or regulatory measure.

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