This resolution would create a National Day of Remembrance for the 13 U.S. service members killed in the 2021 Abbey Gate bombing in Kabul. It formally honors their sacrifice and offers condolences to their families. It does not change any laws or create new programs.
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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. is a Senate bill in committee. The latest recorded action: Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
Latest action on S.J.Res. 79: Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
Who this affects: This resolution mainly affects the families of the 13 service members killed at Abbey Gate, known as Gold Star Families. It provides them with an official expression of national recognition and sympathy. Beyond that, it is a symbolic measure that does not change rules or requirements for anyone.
Why this matters: The Abbey Gate bombing was one of the deadliest incidents for U.S. forces during the Afghanistan withdrawal. This resolution puts the names and service of the 13 who died into the permanent congressional record. For their families and communities, a National Day of Remembrance provides a formal time each year to honor them. While the resolution does not change any policy, it reflects Congress's view that this event and these individuals deserve lasting recognition.
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