Vietnam veterans in Pennsylvania would get their own holiday under proposed bill
HARRISBURG, Pa. (WHTM)– State lawmakers introduced legislation that would give Pennsylvania a new holiday for veterans.
If passed, House Resolution 336 would create “Vietnam Veterans Memorial Day” for March 29, which is also when the United States of America Vietnam War Commemoration honors Vietnam veterans.
According to the resolution’s memo, there were 3,147 Pennsylvanians who died during the Vietnam War. In total, the war claimed the lives of 58,220 United States military personnel.
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“To recognize the sacrifices made during the Vietnam War, we are introducing a resolution to designate March 29, 2024, as “Vietnam Veterans Memorial Day” in Pennsylvania,” the memo reads. “This resolution honors the memories of all those who served, including those who died during their service, those missing in action, and those dealing with the effects of their service such as behavioral health issues, physical trauma, and Agent Orange exposure.”
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The legislation was introduced by a multitude of lawmakers; State Rep. Brian Munroe and Rep. Tarik Khan, Rep. Mike Cabell, Rep. Paul Takac, Rep. Abby Major, Rep. Joe Webster, Rep. Tom Jones, Rep. Chris Pielli, Rep. Dane Watro, Rep. Nancy Guenst, Rep. David M. Delloso, Rep. Jared G. Solomon.
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