Acknowledging the courage and sacrifice of veterans of the Korean War and Korean Defense Veterans.
The source supplies the latest action, but no lifecycle stage.
Latest action (27 Jul 2026): Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
What this bill does
H.Res. 1460 is a simple House resolution that formally recognizes the contributions and sacrifices of veterans who served in the Korean War and those known as "Korean Defense Veterans," who have continued to serve in South Korea since the 1953 armistice. The resolution recounts the history of the Korean War, including the scale of U.S. and allied involvement, casualty figures, and the ongoing U.S. military presence on the Korean Peninsula. It states that these veterans deserve recognition for their service both during and after the war, noting that the conflict is sometimes called a "forgotten war."
This measure does not create new laws, programs, benefits, or funding. Its effect is symbolic: it directs the House to go on record acknowledging and honoring these veterans. It does not directly affect any government agency's operations or grant any new rights, though it reflects Congress's expression of gratitude toward the veterans and their families.
The resolution was introduced on July 27, 2026, by Rep. Lois Frankel of Florida, with several bipartisan cosponsors, and has been referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs. As a nonbinding resolution, its next step would be committee consideration and, if advanced, a vote by the full House. It does not require Senate action or the President's signature to take effect as an expression of the House's sentiment.
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Timeline
27 Jul 2026
Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
Common questions
- What does H.Res. 1460 do?
- H.Res. 1460 is a simple House resolution that formally recognizes the contributions and sacrifices of veterans who served in the Korean War and those known as "Korean Defense Veterans," who have continued to serve in South Korea since the 1953 armistice. The resolution recounts the history of the Korean War, including the scale of U.S. and allied involvement, casualty figures, and the ongoing U.S. military presence on the Korean Peninsula. It states that these veterans deserve recognition for their service both during and after the war, noting that the conflict is sometimes called a "forgotten war." This measure does not create new laws, programs, benefits, or funding. Its effect is symbolic: it directs the House to go on record acknowledging and honoring these veterans. It does not directly affect any government agency's operations or grant any new rights, though it reflects Congress's expression of gratitude toward the veterans and their families. The resolution was introduced on July 27, 2026, by Rep. Lois Frankel of Florida, with several bipartisan cosponsors, and has been referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs. As a nonbinding resolution, its next step would be committee consideration and, if advanced, a vote by the full House. It does not require Senate action or the President's signature to take effect as an expression of the House's sentiment.
- Has H.Res. 1460 become law?
- The source does not supply a confirmed lifecycle stage for H.Res. 1460. Check the latest action and official source below.
- Who sponsored H.Res. 1460?
- H.Res. 1460 was sponsored by Rep. Frankel, Lois [D-FL-22] (D-FL), with 11 cosponsors.
- What's the latest action on H.Res. 1460?
- Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs. (27 Jul 2026).
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