To acknowledge the courage and sacrifice of veterans of the Vietnam war and formally apologize for the treatment they received upon returning home.

This joint resolution seeks to formally acknowledge the profound courage and sacrifice demonstrated by veterans of the Vietnam War. It commends these individuals for their unwavering service to the Nation, recognizing the immense personal cost of their military duty. Crucially, the resolution issues a long-overdue formal apology , on behalf of the American people, to Vietnam War veterans and their families for the widespread mistreatment they experienced both during and after their service. It also urges the President of the United States to formally acknowledge this mistreatment as part of the ongoing Vietnam War Commemoration. Furthermore, the resolution expresses urgent support for increased educational efforts in schools across the Nation. These efforts are intended to provide a more accurate and comprehensive understanding of the courage and sacrifice of Vietnam War veterans, as well as the significant lack of support they faced upon returning home.