2025 House Resolution 107

Whereas, The Mayaguez Incident, which ended on May 15th, 1975, is often regarded as the last U.S. military action in the Vietnam War, during which some of the final service members whose names are engraved on the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C., were killed; and

Whereas, Over 2.7 million U.S. military personnel served in Vietnam during the war and over 58,000 of them gave their lives for their country; and

Whereas, Vietnam veterans were often met with scorn and disrespect upon their return home due to the controversial nature of the war, rather than being honored and celebrated for their sacrifice. Furthermore, many Vietnam veterans have struggled to readjust to civilian life, suffering from a variety of physical and psychological conditions; and

Whereas, More Vietnam veterans have died from suicide than died in combat, with recent estimates nearing 100,000; and

Whereas, It is our duty as residents of the state of Michigan and citizens of the United States to hold in high regard those who have fought in the armed forces, to honor the sacrifice of those who gave their lives, and to pass along to the next generation an honor for all who have served their country; now, therefore, be it Resolved by the House of Representatives, That the members of this legislative body commemorate the 50th anniversary of the end of the Vietnam War and declare May 15, 2025, as Vietnam Veterans’ Heritage Day in the state of Michigan.