Korean American veterans.
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- Passed Assembly
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Overview
This resolution urges the U.S. Congress and President to allow California, and other states, to extend burial and memorial benefits to Republic of Korea veterans who served in the Vietnam War and became U.S. citizens. It recognizes the significant contributions of these veterans and acknowledges the current limitations on state cemeteries’ ability to honor them without jeopardizing federal funding. The resolution also expresses solidarity with these veterans and their families.
Key provisions
- Urges Congress and the President to allow states to extend burial benefits to Korean American Vietnam veterans.
- Specifically targets veterans who served in the Vietnam War.
- Focuses on veterans who subsequently became U.S. citizens.
- Acknowledges the contributions of Republic of Korea forces during the Vietnam War.
- Recognizes the high number of Korean Americans residing in California.
- References a previous extension of burial benefits to Hmong veterans.
- Calls for solidarity with Korean American veterans.
Who is affected
- Korean American veterans
- Republic of Korea veterans
- California residents
- U.S. Congress
- U.S. President
Notable changes
- Addresses a gap in current federal policy regarding burial benefits for Korean American Vietnam veterans.
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