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House narrowly approves resolution urging President to consider Purple Heart for veterans exposed to Agent Orange

Utah House of Representatives · February 19, 1998
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Summary

Representative Barth’s resolution urging the President to award Purple Hearts to veterans exposed to Agent Orange prompted a divided floor debate about the Purple Heart’s historical meaning; HCR 9 passed narrowly, 52‑50, and will be transmitted to the Senate.

A resolution urging the President of the United States to consider awarding the Purple Heart to veterans injured by exposure to Agent Orange drew sustained floor debate on Feb. 19.

Representative Barth introduced the resolution and proposed a technical amendment to direct the resolution to veteran service organizations in Utah. Barth…

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