Bill · H.Res. 1129· House(119-HRES-1129)
Recognizing and honoring the fallen members of the 121st Air Refueling Wing of the Ohio Air National Guard.
- Introduced
- 3/20/2026
- Last activity
- 3/20/2026 — Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.
- Sponsored by
- Troy Balderson
- Cosponsors
- - 8 - 2
- Introduced
- In Committee
A House resolution is the House speaking for itself: stating a position, honouring someone, or setting its own rules. Adopting it is the whole process. Once the House agrees to it, it is officially the House's word; it is not a law, so the Senate and the President have no part in it.
What this bill would do
This resolution recognizes and honors the fallen members of the 121st Air Refueling Wing of the Ohio Air National Guard. On March 12, 2026, six crew members died when a KC-135 Stratotanker crashed during a refueling mission in support of Operation Epic Fury over western Iraq. The deceased included members from the 121st Air Refueling Wing and the 99th Air Refueling Squadron. The resolution highlights the service and backgrounds of specific fallen members like Capt. Seth R. Koval, Master Sgt. Tyler Simmons, and Capt. Curtis Angst. Finally, it pledges that their sacrifice will not be forgotten and offers condolences to their families.
Yes
Would veterans be better off under this, taking everything together?+2
The resolution provides official national recognition for the service of fallen military personnel.
Does this increase the pay, pensions or support veterans receive?+1
The resolution honors the service and sacrifice of fallen military members.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Honoring Sacrifice: The resolution honors the lives, service, and sacrifice of the members killed in Iraq (Section 1). This provides official recognition for their service to the nation.
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National Solidarity: The House of Representatives pledges that the selfless sacrifice of these members shall not be forgotten (Section 2). This acts as a pledge of remembrance on behalf of a grateful Nation.
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Condolences to Families: The resolution expresses deepest condolences to the families and loved ones of the deceased (Section 3). This provides a formal expression of sympathy during a harrowing time.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- Loss of Life: The text notes that a KC-135 Stratotanker crash tragically killed all 6 crew members aboard (Whereas clause 2). This represents a profound loss for the individuals, their families, and their respective communities in Ohio and Alabama.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Veterans+2
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Improves Veterans Benefits+1
- 3/27/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 3/24/2026
- 7 Cosponsors added.
- 3/20/2026
- Submitted in House
- Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.
- 2 Cosponsors added.
Mike CareyRepublican · Ohio
Warren DavidsonRepublican · Ohio
Jim JordanRepublican · Ohio
David JoyceRepublican · Ohio
Marcy KapturDemocrat · Ohio
Robert LattaRepublican · Ohio
Greg LandsmanDemocrat · Ohio
Max MillerRepublican · Ohio
Michael RulliRepublican · Ohio
David TaylorRepublican · Ohio