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US SR53

Resolution

Status

Introduced

2/4/2025

Primary Sponsor

Todd Young

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Origin

Senate

119th Congress

AI Summary

  • Recognizes the 80th anniversary of the Battle of Iwo Jima, which began February 19, 1945 and ended March 26, 1945, involving more than 70,000 U.S. Marines supported by Navy, Coast Guard, and Army forces

  • Commemorates the flag raisings on Mount Suribachi on February 23, 1945, including the iconic photograph by Joe Rosenthal that became the basis for the Marine Corps War Memorial in Arlington, Virginia

  • Honors the service members who fought in the 36-day battle, which resulted in more than 26,000 U.S. casualties including over 6,800 killed, and led to 27 Medals of Honor (22 Marines, 5 Navy)

  • Reaffirms the alliance and friendship between the United States and Japan, recognizing the power of reconciliation between former adversaries

  • Salutes the 250th anniversary of the founding of the U.S. Marine Corps and U.S. Navy

Legislative Description

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.

Armed forces and national security

Last Action

Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S1037; text: 2/4/2025 CR S597-598)

2/19/2025

Committee Referrals

Foreign Relations2/4/2025

Full Bill Text

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