Legislative subject term
Veterans' organizations and recognition
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A resolution designating the week of September 20 through September 27, 2026, as "Gold Star Families Remembrance Week".
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S5020; text: CR S5008)
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A resolution recognizing the 25th anniversary of the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001, honoring the memory of the victims, recognizing the courage and sacrifice of the heroes who answered the call to serve, acknowledging the charitable organizations that continue to support survivors and victims' families, and reaffirming the enduring commitment of the United States to never forget.
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S4762-4763; text: CR S4760-4761)
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Hershel ‘Woody' Williams National Medal of Honor Monument Location Act
Became Public Law No: 119-104.
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Recognizing the 25th anniversary of the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001, honoring the memory of the victims, recognizing the courage and sacrifice of the heroes who answered the call to serve, acknowledging the charitable organizations that continue to support survivors and victims' families, and reaffirming the enduring commitment of the United States to never forget.
Referred to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform, and in addition to the Committees on the Judiciary, Armed Services, Transportation and Infrastructure, Veterans' Affairs, Homeland Security, and Intelligence (Permanent Select), 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.
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A bill to extend the authority for modifications to the Second Division Memorial in the District of Columbia.
Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 475.
- H.R. 9770 (119th) Jul 22, 2026
Making continuing appropriations for fiscal year 2027, and for other purposes.
Received in the Senate.
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USS Frank E. Evans Act
Committee on Energy and Natural Resources Subcommittee on National Parks. Hearings held.
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Captain Paul W. Bud Bucha VA Medical Center Act of 2025
Received in the Senate. Read twice. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 458.
- H.R. 9237 (119th) Jul 16, 2026
Take Care of America’s Veterans Act
POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - Pursuant to clause 1(c) of rule XIX, the Chair announced further proceedings on H.R. 9237 is postponed.
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PROVIDE Act
Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee by Voice Vote.
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Locating Our Unclaimed Veterans Act
Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee by Voice Vote.
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Hawai‘i National Cemetery Act
Subcommittee Hearings Held
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Compensation Fund Recrediting Act
Subcommittee Hearings Held
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To temporarily expand the authorized uses of grants awarded under the Veterans Legacy Program of the National Cemetery Administration, and for other purposes.
Subcommittee Hearings Held
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Oversight and Transparency for Small Business Certifications Act of 2026
Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship.
- S. 1318 (119th) Jun 5, 2026
Fallen Servicemembers Religious Heritage Restoration Act
Motion to proceed to consideration of the House message to accompany S. 1318 rejected in Senate by Yea-Nay Vote. 47 - 52. Record Vote Number: 164.
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VA Contracting and Procurement Act
Committee Hearings Held
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Veterans Affairs Advisory Committee Oversight Act of 2025
Committee Hearings Held
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U.S. Vets of the FAS Act
Ordered to be Reported by Voice Vote.
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National Cemetery Administration Annual Report Act of 2026
Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by Voice Vote.
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Dennis and Lois Krisfalusy Act
Committee on Veterans' Affairs. Hearings held.
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Thomas M. Conway Veterans Access to Resources in the Workplace Act
Committee on Veterans' Affairs. Hearings held.
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Veterans’ Bill of Rights Act of 2026
Committee on Veterans' Affairs. Hearings held.
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National Veterans Strategy Act of 2026
Committee on Veterans' Affairs. Hearings held.
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Veterans Outdoor Rehabilitation Act
Committee on Veterans' Affairs. Hearings held.
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A resolution relating to the life and death of Chuck Norris.
Message on Senate action sent to the House.
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Veteran DATA Act
Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee by Voice Vote.
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Dayton National Cemetery Expansion Act of 2025
Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee by Voice Vote.
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Veterans Burial Allowance and Reimbursement Act of 2026
Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee by Voice Vote.
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Ensuring Veterans’ Final Resting Place Act of 2025
Committee on Veterans' Affairs. Ordered to be reported with an amendment in the nature of a substitute favorably.
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RESPECT Act of 2025
Committee on Veterans' Affairs. Ordered to be reported with an amendment in the nature of a substitute favorably.
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Purple Heart Veterans Education Act of 2025
Committee on Veterans' Affairs. Ordered to be reported with an amendment in the nature of a substitute favorably.
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Protect Veterans from the THIEF Act
Referred to the Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations.
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PRESUME Act
Subcommittee Hearings Held
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Veterans’ Bill of Rights Act of 2026
Referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs, and in addition to the Committee on Armed Services, 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.
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Hawai‘i National Cemetery Act
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
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Alaska Native Vietnam Era Veterans Land Allotment Extension Act of 2025
Became Public Law No: 119-63.
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To rename the medical center of the Department of Veterans Affairs in Dallas, Texas, as the "Eddie Bernice Johnson VA Medical Center".
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
- S. 1071 (119th) Dec 18, 2025
National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026
Became Public Law No: 119-60.
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A resolution designating December 13, 2025, as "National Wreaths Across America Day".
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S8696-8697; text: CR S8677)
- H.R. 186 (119th) Dec 9, 2025
Hershel Woody Williams National Medal of Honor Monument Location Act
Committee on Energy and Natural Resources Subcommittee on National Parks. Hearings held. With printed Hearing: S.Hrg. 119-238.
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Fallen Servicemembers Religious Heritage Restoration Act
Read twice. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 292.
- H.R. 5371 (119th) Nov 12, 2025
Continuing Appropriations, Agriculture, Legislative Branch, Military Construction and Veterans Affairs, and Extensions Act, 2026
Became Public Law No: 119-37.
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A resolution recognizing the 50th anniversary of the end of the Vietnam War and honoring the United States veterans who served during the conflict.
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S8183; text: CR S8134-8135)
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A resolution recognizing the 250th anniversary of the United States Marine Corps.
Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and an amended preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S8036-8038; text: CR S8038)
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USS Frank E. Evans Act
Referred to the Committee on Armed Services, and in addition to the Committee on Natural Resources, 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.
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A resolution recognizing the week of November 3 through November 7, 2025, as "National Veterans Small Business Week".
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S7905; text: CR S7904)
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Ensuring Veterans’ Final Resting Place Act of 2025
Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 295.
- S. 2882 (119th) Oct 9, 2025
Continuing Appropriations and Extensions and Other Matters Act, 2026
Motion by Senator Schumer to reconsider, under the order of 10/9/2025, not having voted on the prevailing side, the vote by which the third cloture motion on the motion to proceed to S. 2882 was not invoked (Record Vote No. 557) entered in Senate.
- H.R. 3838 (119th) Sep 30, 2025
Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026
Received in the Senate.
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A resolution designating the week of September 21 through September 27, 2025, as "Gold Star Families Remembrance Week".
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S6798; text: CR S6794)
- H.R. 3944 (119th) Sep 18, 2025
Military Construction and Veterans Affairs, Agriculture, and Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 2026
Message on House action received in Senate and at desk: House requests a conference.
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Continuing Appropriations and Extensions and Other Matters Act, 2026
Referred to the Committee on Appropriations, and in addition to the Committees on Ways and Means, and the Budget, 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.
- H.R. 2721 (119th) Sep 17, 2025
Honoring Our Heroes Act of 2025
Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
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A resolution expressing support for the designation of November 16, 2025, as "National Warrior Call Day" and recognizing the importance of connecting members of the Armed Forces and veterans in the United States to support structures necessary to transition from the battlefield, especially peer-to-peer connection.
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S6637; text: CR S6652)
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A resolution commemorating the 80th anniversary of the conclusion of World War II with the surrender of Imperial Japan and honoring veterans of both the Pacific and European theaters.
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S6557; text: CR S6540)
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To name the Department of Veterans Affairs community-based outpatient clinic in Toms River, New Jersey, the Leonard G. 'Bud' Lomell, VA Clinic, and for other purposes.
Became Public Law No: 119-35.
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Captain Paul W. 'Bud' Bucha VA Medical Center Act of 2025
Held at the desk.
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Veterans’ Assuring Critical Care Expansions to Support Servicemembers (ACCESS) Act of 2025
Committee on Veterans' Affairs. Ordered to be reported with an amendment in the nature of a substitute favorably.
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Supporting Rural Veterans Access to Healthcare Services Act
Committee on Veterans' Affairs. Ordered to be reported with an amendment in the nature of a substitute favorably.
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Veterans’ ACCESS Act of 2025
Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by Voice Vote.
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A resolution designating June 12, 2025, as "Women Veterans Appreciation Day".
Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S4511; text: 6/12/2025 CR S3393)
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Rural Veterans Transportation to Care Act
Committee on Veterans' Affairs. Hearings held. Hearings printed: S.Hrg. 119-86.
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Veterans Claims Education Act of 2025
Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
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A resolution honoring and commending the 80th anniversary of the Blinded Veterans Association.
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S2831; text: CR S2842-2843)
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A resolution designating April 5, 2025, as "Gold Star Wives Day".
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S2577; text: CR S2573)
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Rural Veterans Transportation to Care Act
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
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SAVE Act
Referred to the Subcommittee on Disability Assistance and Memorial Affairs.
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Dennis and Lois Krisfalusy Act
Subcommittee Hearings Held
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Recognizing the 250th anniversary of the United States Marine Corps.
Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.
- H.R. 1968 (119th) Mar 15, 2025
Full-Year Continuing Appropriations and Extensions Act, 2025
Became Public Law No: 119-4.
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To amend title 38, United States Code, to authorize an individual who is awarded the Purple Heart for service in the Armed Forces to transfer unused Post-9/11 Educational Assistance to a family member, and for other purposes.
Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Opportunity.
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Sergeant Gary Beikirch Medal of Honor Act
Referred to the Subcommittee on Disability Assistance and Memorial Affairs.
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Alaska Native Vietnam Era Veterans Land Allotment Extension Act
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources.
- H.R. 818 (119th) Feb 25, 2025
SPUR Act
Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship.
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Veterans Collaboration Act
Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Opportunity.
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Buffalo Soldiers Congressional Gold Medal Act of 2025
Referred to the Committee on Financial Services, and in addition to the Committee on House Administration, 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.
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To name the Department of Veterans Affairs community-based outpatient clinic in Lubbock, Texas, as the "General Bernie Mittemeyer VA Clinic".
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
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9/11 Memorial and Museum Act
Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.
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Expressing the support of the House of Representatives for the naming of new or undedicated facilities of the Department of Veterans Affairs after women veterans and minority veterans in order to reflect the diversity of all who have served in the Armed Forces of the United States.
Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
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To acknowledge the courage and sacrifice of veterans of the Vietnam war and formally apologize for the treatment they received upon returning home.
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.
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HOV Lanes for Heroes Act
Referred to the Subcommittee on Highways and Transit.
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To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 306 Pickens Street in Marion, Alabama, as the "Albert Turner, Sr. Post Office Building".
Became Public Law No: 118-245.
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Keeping Military Families Together Act of 2024
Became Public Law No: 118-271.
- H.R. 5009 (118th) Dec 23, 2024
Servicemember Quality of Life Improvement and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2025
Became Public Law No: 118-159.
- H.R. 10545 (118th) Dec 21, 2024
American Relief Act, 2025
Became Public Law No: 118-158.
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Alaska Native Vietnam Era Veterans Land Allotment Extension Act of 2024
Held at the desk.
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To ensure that certain members of the Armed Forces who served in female cultural support teams receive proper credit for such service.
Reported (Amended) by the Committee on Veterans' Affairs. H. Rept. 118-938, Part I.
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Northern Nevada Economic Development and Conservation Act of 2024
Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 752.
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9/11 Memorial and Museum Act
Received in the Senate.
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9/11 Memorial and Museum Act
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.
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Bipartisan Keep America Open Act
Referred to the Subcommittee on Work and Welfare.
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Honoring Our Heroes Act of 2024
Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
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VETT Act
Became Public Law No: 118-146.
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A concurrent resolution expressing support for the designation of September 29, 2024, as "Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States Day".
Held at the desk.
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A resolution designating December 14, 2024, as "National Wreaths Across America Day".
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S6936; text: CR S6914-6915)
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To name the Department of Veterans Affairs medical center in West Palm Beach, Florida, as the "Thomas H. Corey VA Medical Center".
Became Public Law No: 118-128.
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Mark Our Place Act
Became Public Law No: 118-134.
- H.R. 8371 (118th) Nov 19, 2024
Senator Elizabeth Dole 21st Century Veterans Healthcare and Benefits Improvement Act
Received in the Senate.
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A resolution designating September 21, 2024, through September 29, 2024, as "Blue Star Welcome Week".
Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S6639; text: 9/25/2024 CR S6456)
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PROVIDE Act
Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
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Recognizing the service of all District of Columbia veterans, condemning the denial of voting representation in Congress and full local self-government for veterans and their families who are District of Columbia residents, and calling for statehood for the District of Columbia through the enactment of the Washington, D.C. Admission Act (H.R. 51 and S. 51), particularly in light of the service of District of Columbia veterans in every American war.
Referred to the Committee on Oversight and Accountability, and in addition to the Committees on Rules, Armed Services, the Judiciary, Energy and Commerce, and Veterans' Affairs, 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.
- H.R. 9747 (118th) Sep 26, 2024
Continuing Appropriations and Extensions Act, 2025
Became Public Law No: 118-83.
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Dustoff Crews of the Vietnam War Congressional Gold Medal Act
Became Public Law No: 118-87.
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Hello Girls Congressional Gold Medal Act of 2024
Held at the desk.
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A resolution designating the week of September 22 through September 28, 2024, as "Gold Star Families Remembrance Week".
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S6467; text: CR S6459)
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A resolution expressing support for the designation of November 17, 2024, as "National Warrior Call Day" and recognizing the importance of connecting warriors in the United States to support structures necessary to transition from the battlefield, especially peer-to-peer connection.
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S6337; text: CR S6334)
- H.R. 9494 (118th) Sep 18, 2024
Continuing Appropriations and Other Matters Act, 2025
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
- H.R. 8580 (118th) Sep 12, 2024
Military Construction, Veterans Affairs, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2025
Read twice. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 506.
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To amend title 38, United States Code, to authorize an individual who is awarded the Purple Heart for service in the Armed Forces to transfer unused Post-9/11 Educational Assistance to a family member, and for other purposes.
Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Opportunity.
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A resolution acknowledging the courage and sacrifice of veterans of the Vietnam war and expressing regret for the mistreatment of veterans returning home from the war.
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S5572-5573; text: CR S5589-5590)
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Flowers for Fallen Heroes Act of 2024
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
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Veterans Claims Education Act of 2023
Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee by Voice Vote.
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Flowers for Fallen Heroes Act of 2024
Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee by Voice Vote.
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Preserving Veterans’ Legacy Act of 2024
Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee (Amended) by Voice Vote.
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Dayton National Cemetery Expansion Act of 2024
Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee by Voice Vote.
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Veterans’ Burial Improvement Act of 2024
Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee by Voice Vote.
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Military Construction, Veterans Affairs, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2025
Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 435.
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Dennis and Lois Krisfalusy Act
Subcommittee Hearings Held
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Ensuring Veterans’ Final Resting Place Act of 2024
Subcommittee Hearings Held
- H.R. 8070 (118th) Jul 8, 2024
Servicemember Quality of Life Improvement and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2025
Received in the Senate.
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National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2025
Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 433.
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Veterans Collaboration Act
Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee (Amended) by Voice Vote.
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A resolution supporting Senate military-connected fellowship opportunities, and for other purposes.
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S4117; text: CR S4117)
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SPUR Act
Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship.
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To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 6444 San Fernando Road in Glendale, California, as the "Paul Ignatius Post Office".
Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.
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A resolution expressing the gratitude and appreciation of the Senate for the acts of heroism and valor by the members of the United States Armed Forces who participated in the June 6, 1944, amphibious landing at Normandy, France, and commending those individuals for leadership and bravery in an operation that helped bring an end to World War II.
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S3961; text: CR S3958-3959)
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Purple Heart Veterans Education Act of 2024
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
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Hershel Woody Williams National Medal of Honor Monument Location Act
Committee on Energy and Natural Resources Subcommittee on National Parks. Hearings held. With printed Hearing: S.Hrg. 118-336.
- H.R. 593 (118th) May 13, 2024
To rename the Department of Veterans Affairs community-based outpatient clinic in Hinesville, Georgia, as the "John Gibson, Dan James, William Sapp, and Frankie Smiley VA Clinic".
Became Public Law No: 118-61.
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To authorize the Secretary of the Army to posthumously award the Distinguished Service Cross to William D. Owens for his valorous actions from June 6, 1944, to June 8, 1944, during World War II at La Fiere Bridge in Normandy, France, while serving with the 505th Parachute Infantry.
Received in the Senate.
- H.R. 2379 (118th) May 7, 2024
To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 616 East Main Street in St. Charles, Illinois, as the "Veterans of the Vietnam War Memorial Post Office".
Became Public Law No: 118-54.
- H.R. 2754 (118th) May 7, 2024
To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 2395 East Del Mar Boulevard in Laredo, Texas, as the "Lance Corporal David Lee Espinoza, Lance Corporal Juan Rodrigo Rodriguez & Sergeant Roberto Arizola Jr. Post Office Building".
Became Public Law No: 118-55.
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ETS Act
Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee (Amended) by Voice Vote.
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A concurrent resolution authorizing the use of the rotunda of the Capitol for the lying in honor of the remains of Ralph Puckett, Jr., the last surviving Medal of Honor recipient for acts performed during the Korean conflict.
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
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Authorizing the use of the rotunda of the Capitol for the lying in honor of the remains of Ralph Puckett, Jr., the last Medal of Honor recipient for acts performed during the Korean conflict.
Referred to the House Committee on House Administration.
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Rural Veterans Transportation to Care Act
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
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Alaska Native Vietnam Era Veterans Land Allotment Extension and Fulfillment Act of 2024
Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.
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A resolution designating April 5, 2024, as "Gold Star Wives Day".
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S2552; text: CR S2521)
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Authorizing the use of Emancipation Hall in the Capitol Visitor Center for a ceremony to present the Congressional Gold Medal collectively to the 23d Headquarters Special Troops and the 3133d Signal Services Company, known collectively as the "Ghost Army", in recognition of unique and highly distinguished service during World War II.
Message on Senate action sent to the House.
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Isakson-Roe Education Oversight Expansion Act
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
- H.R. 4366 (118th) Mar 9, 2024
Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2024
Became Public Law No: 118-42.
- H.Res. 1061 (118th) Mar 6, 2024
Providing for the concurrence by the House in the Senate amendment to H.R. 4366, with an amendment.
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
- H.R. 7463 (118th) Mar 1, 2024
Extension of Continuing Appropriations and Other Matters Act, 2024
Became Public Law No: 118-40.
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Accurate VA Accreditation Information Act
Referred to the Subcommittee on Disability Assistance and Memorial Affairs.
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Flowers for Fallen Heroes Act of 2024
Referred to the Subcommittee on Disability Assistance and Memorial Affairs.
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Supporting Rural Veterans Access to Healthcare Services Act
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
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Rural Veterans Transportation to Care Act
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
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To name the Department of Veterans Affairs medical center in Tomah, Wisconsin, as the "Jason Simcakoski Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center".
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
- H.R. 2872 (118th) Jan 19, 2024
Making further continuing appropriations for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2024, and for other purposes.
Became Public Law No: 118-35.
- H.R. 2670 (118th) Dec 22, 2023
National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2024
Became Public Law No: 118-31.
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Restore Honor to Service Members Act of 2023
Referred to the Subcommittee on Disability Assistance and Memorial Affairs.
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Mark Our Place Act
Referred to the Subcommittee on Disability Assistance and Memorial Affairs.
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A resolution commemorating the centennial of the American Battle Monuments Commission.
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S5803; text: CR S5810-5811)
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A resolution designating December 16, 2023, as "National Wreaths Across America Day".
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S5803; text: CR S5811-5812)
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Saving Vet Halls Act of 2023
Referred to the Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations.
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Veterans Visa and Protection Act of 2023
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
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Restore Honor to Service Members Act of 2023
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Services.
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Headstones for Honor Act
Referred to the Subcommittee on Disability Assistance and Memorial Affairs.
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Have You Served Act
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
- H.R. 6363 (118th) Nov 17, 2023
Further Continuing Appropriations and Other Extensions Act, 2024
Became Public Law No: 118-22.
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Stop Stolen Valor for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business Contractors
Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship. Hearings held. Hearings printed: S.Hrg. 118-233.
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Encouraging the connecting of members of the Armed Forces in the United States to support structures necessary to transition from the battlefield.
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
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Recognizing the service of all District of Columbia veterans, condemning the denial of voting representation in Congress and full local self-government for veterans and their families who are District of Columbia residents, and calling for statehood for the District of Columbia through the enactment of the Washington, D.C. Admission Act (H.R. 51 and S. 51), particularly in light of the service of District of Columbia veterans in every American war.
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
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Veterans Visa and Protection Act of 2023
Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
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Providing Radiation Exposed Servicemembers Undisputed Medical Eligibility Act
Referred to the Subcommittee on Disability Assistance and Memorial Affairs.
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Expressing the support of the House of Representatives for the naming of new or undedicated facilities of the Department of Veterans Affairs after women veterans and minority veterans in order to reflect the diversity of all who have served in the Armed Forces of the United States.
Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
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A resolution honoring the distinguished service of Captain Samuel Farmer of the United States Marine Corps and the Marines and sailors of 1st Platoon, Company G, 2nd Battalion, 1st Marine Regiment.
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S5432; text: CR S5431)
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A bill to require the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to enter into an agreement with the city of Fargo, North Dakota, for the conveyance of certain land of the Department of Veterans Affairs at Fargo National Cemetery, and for other purposes.
Held at the desk.
- H.R. 5860 (118th) Sep 30, 2023
Continuing Appropriations Act, 2024 and Other Extensions Act
Became Public Law No: 118-15.
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To name the Department of Veterans Affairs community-based outpatient clinic in Bloomington, Illinois, as the "Andrew Jackson Smith Medal of Honor Department of Veterans Affairs Clinic".
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
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A bill to amend title 36, United States Code, to grant a Federal charter to the Veterans Association of Real Estate Professionals, and for other purposes.
Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
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A resolution honoring the 50th anniversary of the National Cemetery Administration of the Department of Veterans Affairs.
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S4676; text: CR S4685)
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TAP Promotion Act
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
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A resolution expressing support for the designation of November 12, 2023, as "National Warrior Call Day" and recognizing the importance of connecting warriors in the United States to support structures necessary to transition from the battlefield, especially peer-to-peer connection.
Resolution agreed to in Senate with an amendment and an amended preamble by Unanimous Consent. (text: CR S4665)
- H.R. 3981 (118th) Sep 19, 2023
Isakson-Roe Education Oversight Expansion Act
Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
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A resolution designating the week of September 24 through September 30, 2023, as "Gold Star Families Remembrance Week".
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S4565; text: CR S4557)
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A resolution designating September 23, 2023, through October 1, 2023, as "Blue Star Welcome Week".
Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text: CR S4390-4391)
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To amend title 38, United States Code, to require the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to furnish memorial headstones and markers for eligible spouses and dependent children of veterans whose remains are unavailable, and for other purposes.
Referred to the Subcommittee on Disability Assistance and Memorial Affairs.
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Giving Reservists A Valiant Eternity Act
Referred to the Subcommittee on Disability Assistance and Memorial Affairs.
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HOV Lanes for Heroes Act
Referred to the Subcommittee on Highways and Transit.
- S. 2226 (118th) Jul 27, 2023
National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2024
Senate ordered measure printed as passed.
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TAP Promotion Act
Ordered to be Reported by Voice Vote.
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Ensuring Voluntary Actions are Compensated Act of 2023
Ordered to be Reported in the Nature of a Substitute (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 47 - 0.
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Veteran Care Improvement Act of 2023
Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
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Veterans' Health Empowerment, Access, Leadership, and Transparency for our Heroes (HEALTH) Act of 2023
Committee on Veterans' Affairs. Hearings held. Hearings printed: S.Hrg. 118-217.
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Veterans Patient Advocacy Act
Committee on Veterans' Affairs. Hearings held. Hearings printed: S.Hrg. 118-217.
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A resolution designating June 12, 2023, as "Women Veterans Appreciation Day".
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S2444; text: CR S2367)
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Green Star Families Act
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
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To name the Department of Veterans Affairs community-based outpatient clinic in Lynchburg, Virginia, as the "Private First Class Desmond T. Doss VA Clinic".
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
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Expressing support for the designation of November 12, 2023, as "National Warrior Call Day" and recognizing the importance of connecting warriors in the United States to support structures necessary to transition from the battlefield.
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
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Military Construction, Veterans Affairs, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2024
Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 110.
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A bill to ensure that certain members of the Armed Forces who served in female cultural support teams receive proper credit for such service, and for other purposes.
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
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Expressing support for the designation of June 12, 2023, as "Women Veterans Appreciation Day".
Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Accountability.
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National POW/MIA Memorial and Museum Act
Referred to the Subcommittee on Federal Lands.
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USS Frank E. Evans Act
Referred to the Subcommittee on Federal Lands.
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To amend title 38, United States Code, to provide for the continuing operation of national cemeteries during periods of certain funding restrictions, and for other purposes.
Referred to the Subcommittee on Disability Assistance and Memorial Affairs.
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Town Halls for Veterans Act
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
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A resolution expressing the approval of Congress for the 50th anniversary celebration of the homecoming of United States prisoners of war from Vietnam and in recognition of the extraordinary service and sacrifices of such prisoners of war during the Vietnam War.
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S1755; text: CR S1752)
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Expressing the approval of Congress for the 50th anniversary celebration of the homecoming of United States prisoners of war from Vietnam and in recognition of the extraordinary service and sacrifices of such prisoners of war during the Vietnam War.
Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
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