Bill · S.Res. 651· Senate(119-SRES-651)
A resolution honoring the USS Massachusetts (SSN-798) Virginia Class nuclear submarine and her crew on the historic occasion of her commissioning, on March 28, 2026.
- Introduced
- 3/19/2026
- Last activity
- 3/19/2026 — Referred to the Committee on Armed Services. (text: CR S1380-1381)
- Sponsored by
- Elizabeth Warren
- Cosponsors
- - 1 - 0
- Introduced
- In Committee
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 resolution honors the USS Massachusetts (SSN-798), a Virginia Class nuclear submarine, and her crew. The document marks the historic occasion of the ship's commissioning on March 28, 2026. It notes that this is the eighth United States Naval vessel to bear the name. The commissioning ceremony is scheduled to take place in Boston Harbor within the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. The Senate aims to recognize the historical significance of this event.
Yes
Would veterans be better off under this, taking everything together?+1
The resolution honors the historical legacy of naval service and the upcoming crew of the USS Massachusetts.
Does this increase the pay, pensions or support veterans receive?+1
The resolution honors the upcoming service of a new naval vessel and its crew.
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 historical legacy: The resolution highlights how the new vessel builds upon the legacy of the previous seven ships named USS Massachusetts (Whereas clause).
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Expression of goodwill: The Senate extends best wishes for good fortune, fair winds, and following seas for the crew sailing aboard the vessel (Section 1, B).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No negative impacts identified: The provided text contains no provisions that would result in negative consequences or burdens for individuals or groups.
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+1
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Improves Veterans Benefits+1
- 3/19/2026
- Submitted in Senate
- Referred to the Committee on Armed Services. (text: CR S1380-1381)
- 1 Cosponsor added.
Edward MarkeyDemocrat · Massachusetts