This resolution, introduced on January 28, 2026, seeks to recognize and honor the victims of Agent Orange exposure during the Vietnam War. It highlights the sacrifices made by American soldiers, particularly those from West Virginia, who served in a conflict that resulted in significant casualties and long-term health consequences due to the use of Agent Orange, a harmful herbicide. The resolution notes that approximately 3.2 million American soldiers were exposed to this chemical, which has been linked to various serious illnesses and genetic damage affecting subsequent generations.

The Senate resolution emphasizes the importance of acknowledging the sacrifices of these veterans, many of whom are now deceased, with only 800,000 remaining and approximately 300 deaths occurring daily among them. It calls for honoring these individuals for their courageous service and recognizes that, while fallen comrades are memorialized, those affected by Agent Orange have not received the same recognition as casualties of the Vietnam War. The resolution aims to ensure that their sacrifices are acknowledged and remembered as part of the nation's history.