Ronny Jackson (R-TX)
Recognizing the critical importance of the United States Special Operations Forces community and expressing support for the designation of SOF Week.
A Republican resolution with 3 Democratic cosponsors · See all 4 cosponsors
Last activity — Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.
In committee
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Its path through Congress
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
H.J. Res. 95 recognizes the importance of the United States Special Operations Forces (SOF) community. It acknowledges the specialized training and dangerous conditions these units face while defending national security. The resolution highlights the burdens carried by SOF families. Finally, it expresses support for the designation of "SOF Week," an international conference taking place May 5 through May 8, 2025.
Yes· 3 of 12
- Scored +5
Would veterans be better off under this, taking everything together?
The bill commits to honoring the service and investing in the transition of SOF members.
- Scored +2
Does this increase the pay, pensions or support veterans receive?
The resolution commits to honoring SOF personnel and investing in their transition.
- Scored +2
Does this strengthen ties with allied countries?
The bill supports SOF Week, which is an international conference for the SOF community.
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 Service: The resolution commits to honoring the bravery and selfless service of SOF personnel and their families.
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Support for Readiness: The text notes the need to continue investing in the equipment, training, health, well-being, and transition of SOF members.
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Acknowledgment of Families: It recognizes that families of SOF members carry a unique burden due to high operational tempo and frequent deployments.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No negative impacts for people are mentioned in the provided text.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Tap or hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Would veterans be better off under this, taking everything together? — The bill commits to honoring the service and investing in the transition of SOF members. Would men be better off under this? — The bill honors the service and bravery of SOF personnel, a group predominantly composed of men. Would people in middle age be better off under this? — Middle-aged SOF personnel and their families benefit from the recognition of their service. Would people with disabilities be better off under this? — The focus on health and well-being supports those injured in the line of duty. Would retired people be better off under this? — Retired special operations personnel are recognized and honored. Would people over 65 be better off under this? — Retired SOF members are honored by the recognition of the community's critical importance. Would women be better off under this? — The bill explicitly recognizes the burdens carried by SOF families, including wives and mothers. Would people in their twenties and thirties be better off under this? — Many SOF members are young adults who benefit from the recognition and commitment to their training and health.
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Does this strengthen ties with allied countries? — The bill supports SOF Week, which is an international conference for the SOF community. Does this increase the pay, pensions or support veterans receive? — The resolution commits to honoring SOF personnel and investing in their transition. Does this put more money into stopping terrorism? — The bill recognizes the role of SOF in counterterrorism and the need for investment in their readiness.
- Healthcare
- Does this help veterans get medical care? — The bill expresses a commitment to investing in the health and well-being of SOF members.
- 5/6/2025
- Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.
- 4 Cosponsors added.
- Introduced in House
2 bills Congress.gov lists as related to this one — companions in the other chamber, earlier versions, and bills this one absorbed or was folded into.
- 119-SCONRES-13: A concurrent resolution recognizing the critical importance of the United States Special Operations Forces community and expressing support for the designation of SOF Week.
- 119-HRES-1303: Recognizing the critical importance of the United States Special Operations Forces community and expressing support for the designation of SOF Week.
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