arrow_back Back to App

Congress Honors Vietnam POWs: 50th Anniversary of Homecoming.

The U.S. Senate expresses approval for the 50th-anniversary celebration of the homecoming of American prisoners of war from Vietnam. This resolution is symbolic, recognizing the extraordinary service, resilience, and sacrifices of these veterans who endured brutal captivity. For citizens, it reinforces national commitment to honoring military personnel and preserving historical memory.
Key points
Official Congressional recognition of Vietnam POWs for their service and sacrifices during the war.
Approval and support for the celebration marking the 50th anniversary of the 1973 POW homecoming (Operation Homecoming).
article Official text account_balance Process page
Adopted
Citizen Poll
No votes cast
Additional Information
Print number: 118_SRES_222
Sponsor: Sen. Carper, Thomas R. [D-DE]
Process start date: 2023-05-18
Lustra uses Artificial Intelligence. Verify details in source documents.
Summarized by: gemini-flash-latest
Source data: api.congress.gov
AI work logs for this document launch

OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

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.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_SRES_222.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-05-18.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Official Congressional recognition of Vietnam POWs for their service and sacrifices during the war.
  • Approval and support for the celebration marking the 50th anniversary of the 1973 POW homecoming (Operation Homecoming).
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Adopted.

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 Sen. Carper, Thomas R. [D-DE].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S1755; text: CR S1752)

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-30.

CATEGORIES

Security Media and Culture