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Recognizing Southeast Asian Communities and Funding Unexploded Ordnance Removal.

This act aims to honor communities from Cambodia, Laos, and Vietnam who supported U.S. armed forces in the past. Additionally, it authorizes financial assistance for clearing unexploded ordnance and other war remnants in these countries, which will enhance safety and enable local development by reducing accident risks for residents.
Key points
Recognizes the contributions of Hmong, Cham, Cambodian, Iu-Mien, Khmu, Lao, Montagnard, and Vietnamese American communities for their support of U.S. forces.
Authorizes $100 million annually (2022-2026) in financial assistance for unexploded ordnance removal in Vietnam, Laos, and Cambodia.
Support includes surveying UXO, clearance, risk education, and aid to survivors, including medical assistance and prosthetic devices.
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Print number: 117_S_3795
Sponsor: Sen. Baldwin, Tammy [D-WI]
Process start date: 2022-03-10