H.Res. 84 — Introduced in House

IV 113th CONGRESS 1st Session H. RES. 84 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES February 26, 2013 Mr. Al Green of Texas submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Veterans’ Affairs RESOLUTION Supporting the goals and ideals of National Salute to Hospitalized Veterans Week. Whereas National Salute to Hospitalized Veterans Week will serve as an opportunity for all Americans to pause with reverence to honor all the men and women who have worn the Nation’s uniform and sacrificed on behalf of the Nation; Whereas all the members of the Armed Forces of the United States represent the best that the United States has to offer and safeguard the highest ideals of liberty and freedom; Whereas it is imperative that the Nation honors its commitment to veterans by providing services that are vital to their livelihood, increasing community awareness about the challenges that veterans face every day, and encouraging community members to share their time with veterans to learn about their extraordinary sacrifices to the Nation; Whereas National Salute to Hospitalized Veterans Week will not only honor the sacrifices of veterans but the sacrifices of their family members as well; Whereas National Salute to Hospitalized Veterans Week will shed light on the importance of providing adequate job training and education services, so veterans are able to transition into civilian life and acquire well-paying jobs upon their return from service; and Whereas National Salute to Hospitalized Veterans Week will provide community members with an opportunity to become engaged in support networks that provide vital assistance to veterans and their families: Now, therefore, be it That the House of Representatives— (1) supports the goals and ideals of National Salute to Hospitalized Veterans Week and its efforts to pay tribute to veterans, the sacrifices they have endured to keep the Nation safe from those who wish to do it harm, and their steadfast loyalty to upholding the Nation’s highest values of liberty and freedom; (2) encourages citizens who live near a Department of Veterans Affairs hospital or similar support network to volunteer their time, visit, and thank the veterans of their community for their service; and (3) pledges to continue to support veterans-related services that provide quality, affordable health care to veterans in need, and to take action to ensure that the Nation’s veterans are provided with the best care a grateful Nation can provide.