The resolution commemorates the fiftieth anniversary of the end of the Vietnam War, which took place on April 30, 1975, after a brutal conflict that began on November 1, 1955. It acknowledges the significant sacrifices made by Vietnam veterans, who represent about ten percent of their generation and faced challenging conditions that profoundly impacted their lives. The resolution also highlights the unfortunate treatment many veterans received upon their return, often facing blame and denigration regardless of their service status.

In recognition of these veterans and the over fifty-eight thousand U.S. service members who lost their lives or went missing during the war, the Nebraska Legislature expresses its honor and respect for their service. The resolution serves to celebrate the contributions of Vietnam veterans and to ensure that their sacrifices are remembered and acknowledged as the fiftieth anniversary approaches.