Bill · H.Res. 742· House(119-HRES-742)
Recognizing the 250th birthday of the United States Navy.
- Introduced
- 9/18/2025
- Last activity
- 9/18/2025 — Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.
- Sponsored by
- Nick LaLota
- Cosponsors
- - 39 - 13
- 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
House Resolution 742 recognizes the 250th birthday of the United States Navy. It acknowledges the Navy's history since its establishment on October 13, 1775, and its role in protecting American commerce and interests. The resolution honors the service and sacrifices of Sailors, veterans, and civilians. It also recognizes the Navy's contributions to humanitarian missions and global stability. Finally, it expresses appreciation for the men and women of the Navy and reaffirms support for the organization.
Yes
Would veterans be better off under this, taking everything together?+5
The resolution specifically recognizes and expresses appreciation for Navy veterans.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Recognition of Service: The resolution expresses appreciation for the men and women of the Navy, past and present, for their dedicated service and defense of the United States. (Resolved section 2)
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Acknowledgment of Support Systems: It recognizes the sacrifices made by Navy families, veterans, and civilians who have supported the fleet. (Whereas clause 9)
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Acknowledgment of Local Contributions: The resolution notes that communities across the United States provide critical industrial and workforce support to maintain national defense and fleet readiness. (Whereas clause 10)
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No negative impacts for people are explicitly mentioned in the provided text.
Groups and Interests Ranking
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- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Veterans+5
- 11/12/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 10/10/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 10/8/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 10/3/2025
- 2 Cosponsors added.
- 9/30/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 9/26/2025
- 4 Cosponsors added.
- 9/19/2025
- 5 Cosponsors added.
- 9/18/2025
- Submitted in House
- Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.
- 37 Cosponsors added.
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