Bill · S.J.Res. 79· Senate(119-SJRES-79)
A joint resolution honoring the sacrifice of Marine Corps Lance Corporal David L. Espinoza, Marine Corps Sergeant Nicole L. Gee, Marine Corps Staff Sergeant Darin Taylor Hoover, Army Staff Sergeant Ryan Christian Knauss, Marine Corps Corporal Hunter Lopez, Marine Corps Lance Corporal Rylee J. McCollum, Marine Corps Lance Corporal Dylan R. Merola, Marine Corps Lance Corporal Kareem M. Nikoui, Marine Corps Corporal Daegan W. Page, Marine Corps Sergeant Johanny Rosario, Marine Corps Corporal Humberto A. Sanchez, Marine Corps Lance Corporal Jared M. Schmitz, and Navy Petty Officer Third Class Maxton W. Soviak.
- Introduced
- 9/17/2025
- Last activity
- 9/17/2025 — Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
- Sponsored by
- Markwayne Mullin
- Cosponsors
- - 19 - 1
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
This joint resolution honors the sacrifice of thirteen specific American servicemembers from the Marine Corps, Army, and Navy who died in the bombing at Abbey Gate in Kabul, Afghanistan, on August 26, 2021. It recognizes that their service secured the blessings of liberty and saved thousands of innocent lives from the Taliban during the withdrawal of United States forces. The text states that their ultimate sacrifice was not made in vain and will not be forgotten by a grateful nation. To honor this, the resolution officially designates a National Day of Remembrance for these servicemembers. Additionally, it expresses the deepest condolences and gratitude of the United States to the Gold Star Families of those who were lost.
Yes
Would veterans be better off under this, taking everything together?+6
The bill directly honors fallen servicemembers and provides official national recognition and gratitude to Gold Star families.
Does this increase the pay, pensions or support veterans receive?+5
The resolution honors fallen servicemembers and supports Gold Star families, providing meaningful recognition to the military community.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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National Day of Remembrance: The resolution designates a National Day of Remembrance specifically to honor the American servicemembers who made the ultimate sacrifice at the Abbey Gate bombing on August 26, 2021. This provides a formal, nationwide acknowledgment of their faithful service and ensures they are not forgotten. This is found in the resolving section, paragraph (1).
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Support for Gold Star Families: The bill expresses the deepest condolences and gratitude to the Gold Star Families of the servicemembers who lost their lives at Abbey Gate. This offers public recognition and appreciation from the United States to the families affected by this tragedy. This is found in the resolving section, paragraph (2).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- None Identified: The provided text does not contain any provisions that outline negative consequences or burdens for individuals or groups of people in the United States.
Groups and Interests Ranking
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- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Veterans+6
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Improves Veterans Benefits+5
- 3/2/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 9/30/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 9/17/2025
- Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
- 18 Cosponsors added.
- Introduced in Senate
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