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.

Elizabeth Warren

Democrat · MA · Senator

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• Edward J. Markey (D-MA)Original· 2026-03-19

Referred to the Committee on Armed Services. (text: CR S1380-1381)

2026-03-19

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This resolution honors the USS Massachusetts, a new nuclear submarine, and recognizes its official commissioning ceremony scheduled for March 2026. The resolution celebrates the submarine and the sailors who will serve aboard it as part of the Navy's fleet. It's a ceremonial measure that acknowledges this military milestone rather than creating new laws or policies.

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[Congressional Bills 119th Congress] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [S. Res. 651 Introduced in Senate (IS)] <DOC> 119th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 651 Honoring the USS Massachusetts (SSN-798) Virginia Class nuclear submarine and her crew on the historic occasion of her commissioning, on March 28, 2026. _______________________________________________________________________ IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES March 19, 2026 Ms. Warren (for herself and Mr. Markey) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Armed Services _______________________________________________________________________ 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. Whereas it has been more than 50 years since the last USS Massachusetts (BB-59) served the United States as a Ship of the Line; Whereas the eighth United States Naval vessel to carry the name, the USS Massachusetts (SSN-798) will build upon the proud legacy of the previous 7 ships christened USS Massachusetts, representing a Commonwealth with claims on the birthplace of the United States Navy; Whereas this warship will further underscore Massachusetts' rich maritime tradition and naval service, and the commitment of its citizens by her motto, inspired by President Kennedy's Inaugural Address, emblazoned on the ship's crest, Pro Patria ``For Country''; and Whereas, recognizing the profound significance of the commissioning of warship USS Massachusetts (SSN-798) on March 28, 2026, in its namesake, the Commonwealth of Massachusetts: Now, therefore, be it Resolved, That-- (1) the Senate-- (A) again would like to recognize the profound historical significance of the commissioning of warship USS Massachusetts (SSN-798); and (B) extends its best wishes for good fortune for all those that sail aboard her, for fair winds and following seas during her service to the United States; and (2) service of the USS Massachusetts (SSN-798) shall commence with her commissioning in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts on March 28, 2026, in Boston Harbor. <all>

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