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LR 137

Recognize the fiftieth anniversary of the end to the Vietnam War and honor the veterans and lives lost to the war

109th Legislature (2025-2026) Introduced by Loren Lippincott

The bill ceremonially honors Vietnam veterans and those who died or were missing, marking the war’s fiftieth anniversary.

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Bill Summary · LR 137

LR 137 — Recognize the fiftieth anniversary of the end to the Vietnam War and honor the veterans and lives lost to the war

Overview

LR 137 is a ceremonial Nebraska Legislative Resolution adopted by the 109th Legislature, First Session. Introduced on April 23, 2025, the measure recognizes the fiftieth anniversary of the end of the Vietnam War and honors the veterans who served and the lives lost.

Purpose and Intent

  • Acknowledge and honor Vietnam veterans for their service and sacrifices.
  • Celebrate the fiftieth anniversary of the war’s end, marking the date April 30, 1975, when fighting ended, and recognize the impact of the conflict on those who served and on the nation.
  • Highlight the challenging conditions faced by service members and the mixed reception veterans sometimes faced upon return.

Key Provisions

  1. The Legislature honors the veterans who served in the Vietnam War and the lives of those who died or were missing in action.
  2. The Legislature celebrates the fiftieth anniversary of the end of the Vietnam War (April 30, 1975).

Note: As a resolution, LR 137 is ceremonial in nature and does not create new laws or authorize spending. It serves as formal recognition and a call to remembrance.

Affected Parties

  • Vietnam veterans and their families across Nebraska.
  • The general public, through public acknowledgment and commemorative awareness.
  • State officials and agencies that may participate in or coordinate related observances or ceremonies.

Legislative History and Timeline

  • Introduced: April 23, 2025
  • Laid over: April 23, 2025
  • Adopted: April 30, 2025
  • Signed by President/Speaker: April 30, 2025
  • Status: Adopted

Sponsors

  • Primary sponsor: Lippincott
  • Notable: A broad group of co-sponsors from across multiple districts (indicating broad, bipartisan support).

Impact and Remarks

  • Symbolic acknowledgment of Vietnam veterans and those who were lost or wounded.
  • May prompt state-level commemorations, ceremonies, or educational outreach within Nebraska.
  • No direct fiscal impact or new statutory obligations are implied by the resolution.

Contextual Dates to Note

  • Vietnam War duration: November 1, 1955 – April 30, 1975
  • Fiftieth anniversary observed with the adoption of LR 137 (April 30, 2025) and related commemorations.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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