S.Res. 28

119 SRES 28 IS: Honoring the service of women in combat roles in the Armed Forces.
 U.S. Senate
 2025-01-16
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 III  119th CONGRESS  1st Session  S. RES. 28  IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES   January 16, 2025   Mrs. Murray  (for herself,  Ms. Duckworth ,  Mr. Van Hollen ,  Mr. Blumenthal ,  Mr. Schiff ,  Mr. Durbin ,  Mr. Coons ,  Mr. Booker ,  Ms. Smith ,  Mrs. Shaheen ,  Mr. Wyden ,  Ms. Hirono ,  Mrs. Gillibrand ,  Mr. Merkley ,  Ms. Baldwin ,  Mr. Warnock ,  Mr. Schatz ,  Mr. Bennet ,  Ms. Rosen ,  Mr. Padilla ,  Ms. Klobuchar , and  Ms. Slotkin ) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the  Committee on Armed Services    RESOLUTION
Honoring the service of women in combat roles in the Armed Forces.
Whereas women have honorably served in the Armed Forces with distinction since the Revolutionary War;
Whereas the Department of Defense announced the opening of all military occupations and specialties to women in December 2015;
Whereas women have received numerous commendations for their service in combat since September 2001, including Bronze Stars and Silver Stars;
Whereas, since September 11, 2001, approximately 3,000 women have earned Combat Action Badges and Combat Action Ribbons; and
Whereas women in the Armed Forces serve in special forces units, including as Army Rangers, Air Force Special Operators, and in the Marine Corps Forces Special Operations Command: Now, therefore, be it
That the Senate—
(1)
recognizes the contribution, bravery, and sacrifices of women serving in combat roles in the Armed Forces; and
(2)
encourages the continued celebration of the achievements of women in the Armed Forces to inspire future generations.