House Passes Issa Resolution Honoring Filipino WWII Veterans

House Passes Issa Resolution Honoring Filipino WWII Veterans

The U.S. House Representatives, today, voted 402-0 to pass H.Res. 622 to recognize, and honor Filipino World War II veterans for their defense of American democracy and their important contribution to the victorious outcome of World War II.

"These men fought bravely to defend their homeland and our nation," said Rep. Darrell Issa, the resolution's sponsor, in a statement for the Congressional Record. "It is my hope that this resolution will further affirm the deep friendship between the American and Philippine peoples. I am pleased that we are able to recognize the Filipino World War II veterans for their defense of democracy and contribution to the victorious outcome of World War II."

Issa also urged Congress to act on H.R. 4574, the Filipino Veterans Act of 2006, which seeks to honor the service of Filipino veterans by granting them the benefits made available to other WWII veterans.

"Filipino veterans fought as American soldiers under General MacArthur in World War II and their service for our country deserves recognition. The time to honor these heroes while they are still with us, however, is running short. Congress needs to address the inequity in benefits for these veterans by passing the Filipino Veterans Equity Act of 2006 before the opportunity passes."

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