SRES495-119

That the Senate— recognizes the 50th anniversary of the end of the Vietnam War; honors and expresses profound gratitude to the men and women of the Armed Forces of the United States who served with bravery, courage, dedication, sacrifice, and selflessness in the Vietnam War; remembers and pays tribute to those who made the ultimate sacrifice during the Vietnam War and those who remain missing in action from that conflict; commends the work of the Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency (DPAA) in its continued mission to bring home the 1,545 members of the Armed Forces of the United States who remain missing and unaccounted for from the Vietnam War, and urges DPAA to redouble efforts to bring all of the United States' fallen sons and daughters home; acclaims the work of the United States of America Vietnam War Commemoration for its mission to recognize, thank, and honor Vietnam veterans and their families for their service and sacrifice; acknowledges the challenges and hardships faced by Vietnam veterans upon their return home and reaffirms the Nation’s respect and appreciation for their service; recognizes the Vietnam Veterans Memorial, The Wall That Heals, and other tribute sites as enduring symbols of remembrance and national gratitude; commits to ensuring the well-being and support of Vietnam veterans, particularly those affected by Agent Orange and herbicide exposure; underscores the importance of a new spirit of 21st century cooperation and partnership between former enemies engaging in diplomatic, economic, and security cooperation; calls upon the people of the United States to observe National Vietnam War Veterans Day on March 29 and remember the commitment to duty demonstrated by Vietnam veterans; reaffirms the importance of educating future generations about the Vietnam War and the sacrifices made by those who served, ensuring their legacy is never forgotten; and lauds the Veterans History Project at the Library of Congress, which continues to gather firsthand accounts and record the recollections of veterans who served in the Vietnam War, preserving their stories for future generations of Americans.