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Recognizing September as Boat People Awareness Month

This House Resolution aims to designate September 2024 as “Boat People Awareness Month.” It honors the hundreds of thousands of Vietnamese who fled Vietnam by boat after the Vietnam War, seeking freedom and safety. This recognition aims to commemorate their arduous journey and contributions to society.
Key points
Designation of September 2024 as “Boat People Awareness Month” to honor Vietnamese refugees.
Highlighting the history and suffering of Vietnamese who fled by sea between 1975 and 1995.
Support for recognizing and commemorating the contributions of Vietnamese refugee communities in the United States.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HRES_1477
Sponsor: Rep. Steel, Michelle [R-CA-45]
Process start date: 2024-09-19
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Expressing support for the recognition of the month of September 2024 as "Boat People Awareness Month" to honor the hundreds of thousands of boat people who fled Vietnam's oppressive Communist regime during the decades following the Vietnam war.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HRES_1477.

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 2024-09-19.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Designation of September 2024 as “Boat People Awareness Month” to honor Vietnamese refugees.
  • Highlighting the history and suffering of Vietnamese who fled by sea between 1975 and 1995.
  • Support for recognizing and commemorating the contributions of Vietnamese refugee communities in the United States.
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. Steel, Michelle [R-CA-45].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Accountability.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-24.

What is the impact of this bill?

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CATEGORIES

Media and Culture Migration