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HJR 25-1016
Overview: HJR 25-1016, Persian Gulf War Service Members, Signed by the President of the Senate, Introduced February 06, 2025Purpose and Intent: The purpose of this joint resolution
Overview: HJR 25-1016, Persian Gulf War Service Members, Signed by the President of the Senate, Introduced February 06, 2025
Purpose and Intent: The purpose of this joint resolution is to honor and recognize the service and sacrifice of members of the U.S. Armed Forces who served during the Persian Gulf War. The intent is to commemorate their contributions and provide a formal acknowledgment of their service.
Key Provisions:
- Designates March 2, 2025 as "Persian Gulf War Commemoration Day"
- Encourages the President to issue a proclamation recognizing the day and calling upon the people of the United States to observe the day with appropriate programs, ceremonies, and activities
- Directs the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to provide an annual report to Congress on the status and needs of Persian Gulf War veterans
Affected Parties and Impacts:
- This resolution directly affects Persian Gulf War veterans and their families by providing formal recognition and commemoration of their service
- It may also have indirect impacts on the Department of Veterans Affairs and its efforts to support Persian Gulf War veterans
Procedural and Timeline Considerations:
- The joint resolution was introduced in the House on February 6, 2025 and has been signed by the President of the Senate, indicating it has passed both chambers of Congress
- The designated "Persian Gulf War Commemoration Day" is set for March 2, 2025, with the first annual report from the VA due to Congress after that date
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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