HR565: Recognizing the historical significance and the heroic struggles and sacrifices of the Vietnamese people who fled their war-torn country by boat and other means in search of freedom and democracy.
- 1Introduced (current step)
- 2Passed One Chamber
- 3Passed Both Chambers
- 4Became Law
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Summary
Recognizing the historical significance and the heroic struggles and sacrifices of the Vietnamese people who fled their war-torn country by boat and other means in search of freedom and democracy.
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This bill recognizes the historical importance of Vietnamese people who escaped their country by boat and other means after the war. These people fled seeking freedom and democracy. The bill honors their struggles and sacrifices during this period. It is currently introduced in Congress, meaning it has been formally submitted but not yet debated or voted on.
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HR565: Recognizing the historical significance and the heroic struggles and sacrifices…