Recognizing the 50th anniversary of Black April and the Fall of Saigon on April 30, 1975.
This is a non-binding House Resolution (H. Res. 366) recognizing the 50th anniversary of Black April and the Fall of Saigon on April 30, 1975. It serves as a commemorative statement affirming the significance of these events, the subsequent contributions of Vietnamese Americans to the United States, and the United States’ commitment to democracy, human rights, and freedom in Vietnam. The resolution highlights historical actions related to evacuation and refugee resettlement in 1975 (such as Operation Frequent Wind and related missions) and notes the enduring impact of Vietnamese refugees and their descendants in American society. It is a symbolic measure, not a statute that changes policy or authorizes spending, and it is referred to the Foreign Affairs and Armed Services committees for consideration of provisions within their jurisdiction.
Key Points
- 1Recognizes the significance of the 50th anniversary of Black April and the Fall of Saigon on April 30, 1975.
- 2Honors the contributions of Vietnamese Americans to the United States over the past 50 years and their commitment to freedom, human rights, and democracy in Vietnam.
- 3Reaffirms the United States’ commitment to democracy, human rights, and freedom for all people, including civil liberties and freedom of the press in Vietnam.
- 4Honors the service of members of the United States Armed Forces and the Army of the Republic of Vietnam who fought in the Vietnam War, including those who gave their lives.
- 5Honors the memory of Vietnamese who lost their lives seeking freedom and democracy while attempting to flee Vietnam.
- 6Encourages all U.S. citizens to commemorate Black April and the Fall of Saigon and to honor the contributions of the Vietnamese American community and the Vietnamese diaspora.