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RepublicanBill · S.Res. 53· Senate(119-SRES-53)

A resolution recognizing the 80th anniversary of the amphibious landing on the Japanese island of Iwo Jima during World War II and the raisings of the flag of the United States on Mount Suribachi.

Rep. Young
Age: 54 years
Indiana
Introduced
2/4/2025
Last activity
2/19/2025 — Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S1037; text: 2/4/2025 CR S597-598)
Sponsored by
Todd Young
Cosponsors
Republican - 22Democrat - 15
Armed Forces and National Security
  1. Introduced
  2. Adopted by the Senate

A Senate resolution is the Senate speaking for itself: stating a position, honouring someone, or setting its own rules. Adopting it is the whole process. Once the Senate agrees to it, it is officially the Senate's word; it is not a law, so the House and the President have no part in it.

What this bill would do

This Senate resolution recognizes the 80th anniversary of the amphibious landing on the Japanese island of Iwo Jima during World War II. It commemorates the historic raising of the United States flag on Mount Suribachi. The resolution honors the various service members who fought in the Battle of Iwo Jima and remembers those who died on the battlefield. Additionally, it recognizes the Allied victory that helped lead to the defeat of the Empire of Japan. Finally, the resolution celebrates the shared values and friendship between the United States and Japan.

Yes

  • Does this strengthen ties with allied countries?+5

    The resolution reaffirms the strong and resilient alliance and bonds of friendship between the United States and Japan.

  • Would veterans be better off under this, taking everything together?+5

    The resolution specifically honors the service members who fought at Iwo Jima and encourages the nation to recognize their sacrifice through programs and ceremonies.

  • Does this increase the pay, pensions or support veterans receive?+3

    The resolution honors the service and sacrifice of those who fought at Iwo Jima and encourages commemorative programs to honor them.

The opposite

No question was scored the opposite.