S. 2370: To provide for eligibility for veterans of Operation End Sweep for the Vietnam Service Medal.

This bill aims to amend the eligibility criteria for the Vietnam Service Medal to include veterans who participated in Operation End Sweep. Specifically, it allows the Secretary of the military department concerned to award the Vietnam Service Medal to those veterans upon their application.

Key Details of the Bill

• Subject: Veterans' benefits
• Proponent: Senator Baldwin
• Current Status: Introduced in the U.S. Senate and referred to the Committee on Armed Services
• Date Introduced: July 22, 2025

Operation End Sweep

Operation End Sweep was a military operation during which the United States sought to clear mines from the waterways of Vietnam following the end of the Vietnam War. This operation is considered a significant action in the context of the Vietnam conflict.

Impact of the Bill

With the passing of this bill, veterans who served in Operation End Sweep would now be recognized for their contributions by being eligible for a medal that acknowledges their service in the Vietnam War theater. This expands recognition to a group of veterans who may not have previously qualified for such honors.

Implementation

The implementation of this bill would involve the military departments processing applications from eligible veterans and determining their suitability for the award based on their participation in Operation End Sweep.

Relevance

The bill does not directly mention any changes to existing governmental procedures or funding, focusing instead on eligibility for an award.

Relevant Companies

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