Expressing support for designation of a Welcome Home Vietnam Veterans Day on the last Saturday of March 2025.
This is a House resolution (H. Res. 279) introduced in the 119th Congress that expresses support for designating a Welcome Home Vietnam Veterans Day on the last Saturday of March 2025. The measure frames the designation as a way to honor Vietnam veterans, recognize their service, and promote public awareness and support for veterans’ reintegration into civilian life. It is a symbolic, non-binding statement of sentiment and does not by itself create a law or funding program. The resolution recounts historical context of U.S. involvement in Vietnam and the toll of the war, and it urges Americans to observe the day with appropriate ceremonies and activities. It was introduced in the House and referred to the Committee on Veterans’ Affairs; the listed sponsors indicate support from multiple members of Congress.
Key Points
- 1Non-binding resolution expressing support for designating Welcome Home Vietnam Veterans Day on the last Saturday of March 2025.
- 2Recognizes the service and contributions of U.S. veterans who served in Vietnam and honors their sacrifice.
- 3Encourages nationwide observance through appropriate ceremonies and activities that raise awareness of Vietnam-era veterans’ contributions and needs.
- 4Provides historical context about the Vietnam War (timeline, casualties, and societal debate) to underscore the purpose of the observance.
- 5Legislative status: introduced in the House, referred to the Committee on Veterans’ Affairs, and not a law or funding authorization.