# 119-sres-778: A resolution recognizing and honoring Cambodian veterans of the Khmer National Armed Forces for their sacrifices, their support of the Armed Forces of the United States, and their defense of freedom in Southeast Asia.

119-sres-778, A resolution recognizing and honoring Cambodian veterans of the Khmer National Armed Forces for their sacrifices, their support of the Armed Forces of the United States, and their defense of freedom in Southeast Asia., is a 119th Congress bill sponsored by Sen. Schiff, Adam B. [D-CA] (D-CA); status introduced (as of 2026-08-19).

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## Facts
- Bill: 119-sres-778
- Congress: 119
- Title: A resolution recognizing and honoring Cambodian veterans of the Khmer National Armed Forces for their sacrifices, their support of the Armed Forces of the United States, and their defense of freedom in Southeast Asia.
- Status: introduced
- Introduced: 2026-06-18
- Sponsor: Sen. Schiff, Adam B. [D-CA] (D-CA)
- Cosponsors: 2
- Policy area: International Affairs
- Touches household money: no
- Last recorded action: 2026-08-19

## Summary

**Recognition of Khmer National Armed Forces (FANK) veterans**. This resolution would formally acknowledge their sacrifices and partnership with U.S. forces, highlight roles in intelligence sharing and disrupting enemy logistics, and note the severe trauma they and their families endured under the Khmer Rouge. - FANK veterans: The resolution honors their service and partnership with U.S. forces and highlights lasting mental health risks such as PTSD, depression, and anxiety. - Families and refugees: It notes the evacuation of U.S. Embassy personnel on April 12, 1975 and the fall of Phnom Penh on April 17, 1975, and cites an estimated 1.5 million to 3 million Cambodians killed during the Khmer Rouge period. - Cambodian American communities: It recognizes veterans' roles in founding nonprofits, aiding resettlement, and the contributions of their children as health care workers, teachers, and servicemembers. - Historical record: The resolution situates the FANK within Cold War anti-communist efforts in Southeast Asia and credits their tactical support for allied operations.

## Cosponsors (2)

- Sen. Markey, Edward J. [D-MA] (D-MA), 2026-06-18T00:00:00.000Z
- Sen. Padilla, Alex [D-CA] (D-CA), 2026-06-18T00:00:00.000Z

## Related bills

- 119-s-5066: Health Equity and Accountability Act of 2026
- 119-s-4949: Water Resources Development Act of 2026
- 119-s-2838: Protecting Our Democracy Act
- 119-s-2819: Head Start for America's Children Act
- 119-s-5283: Momnibus Act
- 119-s-3990: PrEP Access and Coverage Act of 2026

## Sources
- [119-sres-778 on Congress.gov](https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/senate-resolution/778)

## Related
- [119-s-5066: Health Equity and Accountability Act of 2026](https://policyrisk.com/legislation/119-s-5066)
- [119-s-4949: Water Resources Development Act of 2026](https://policyrisk.com/legislation/119-s-4949)
- [119-s-2838: Protecting Our Democracy Act](https://policyrisk.com/legislation/119-s-2838)
- [119-s-2819: Head Start for America's Children Act](https://policyrisk.com/legislation/119-s-2819)
- [119-s-5283: Momnibus Act](https://policyrisk.com/legislation/119-s-5283)
- [119-s-3990: PrEP Access and Coverage Act of 2026](https://policyrisk.com/legislation/119-s-3990)
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Source: PRIA, https://policyrisk.com/legislation/119-sres-778 (as of 2026-08-19).