Bill · H.Res. 595· House(119-HRES-595)
Honoring the brave men and women who participated in the Afghanistan evacuation in 2021 following the United States withdrawal, for their extraordinary efforts and exceptional service in the safe evacuation of over 17,000 people from Taliban-controlled Afghanistan, and for other purposes.
- Introduced
- 7/17/2025
- Last activity
- 7/17/2025 — Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.
- Sponsored by
- Ralph Norman
- Cosponsors
- - 2 - 0
- 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 honors a group of individuals who participated in the 2021 Afghanistan evacuation following the United States withdrawal. The text highlights the efforts of a team led by Chad Robichaux to rescue citizens and Afghan allies from Taliban-controlled territory. It describes how the group established a humanitarian center and conducted rescue operations at Hamid Karzai International Airport. Additionally, the resolution details a reconnaissance mission used to establish evacuation routes for women and children. Ultimately, the House of Representatives seeks to recognize these individuals for their extraordinary service and bravery.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Rescue of citizens and allies: The text notes that the actions of these individuals led to the successful rescue of over 17,000 citizens and Afghan allies from danger (Resolution text).
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Establishment of evacuation routes: The resolution describes how a reconnaissance mission established routes that are still in use today, which ensured more people could find their way to safety (Resolution text).
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Humanitarian support: The group established a humanitarian center in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, to assist evacuees (Resolution text).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No negative impacts are identified in the provided text.
- 7/17/2025
- Submitted in House
- Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.
- 2 Cosponsors added.
Mary MillerRepublican · Illinois
Randy WeberRepublican · Texas