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USS Frank E. Evans Act: Honoring Fallen Crew on Vietnam Veterans Memorial

This act aims to add the names of 74 USS Frank E. Evans crew members, who died on June 3, 1969, to the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Wall. This ensures their sacrifice is officially recognized, which is significant for their families and the veteran community.
Key points
Inclusion of the names of 74 fallen USS Frank E. Evans crew members on the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Wall.
The Secretary of Defense has one year to authorize the inclusion after the act's enactment.
Consultation with relevant authorities is required for placement and nomenclature adjustments.
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Print number: 117_HR_7972
Sponsor: Rep. Schiff, Adam B. [D-CA-28]
Process start date: 2022-06-07
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

USS Frank E. Evans Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_7972.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-06-07.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Inclusion of the names of 74 fallen USS Frank E. Evans crew members on the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Wall.
  • The Secretary of Defense has one year to authorize the inclusion after the act's enactment.
  • Consultation with relevant authorities is required for placement and nomenclature adjustments.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Schiff, Adam B. [D-CA-28].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in House

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Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

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