Joni Ernst (R-IA)
A concurrent resolution 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 no cosponsors
Last activity — Referred to the Committee on Armed Services. (text: CR S2778)
In committee
Introduced and handed to a committee in the chamber it started in.
The committee holds it, and most bills are never heard from again. A hearing or a committee vote would be news; silence is the usual outcome, and it kills the bill without anyone voting against it.
Its path through Congress
- Introduced
- In Committee
A concurrent resolution is how the Senate and the House settle something they do together, such as a budget plan or a joint session. It is adopted once both chambers agree to it, and that puts it into effect; it is not a law, so it does not go to the President.
What this bill would do
This concurrent resolution recognizes the importance of the United States Special Operations Forces (SOF) community. It highlights the specialized training and dangerous conditions these units face while defending national security. The resolution also acknowledges 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 5
- Scored +5
Would veterans be better off under this, taking everything together?
Explicitly recognizes the service of SOF personnel and commits to their transition and well-being.
- Scored +3
Does this strengthen ties with allied countries?
The bill supports SOF Week, which is an international conference for the SOF community.
- Scored +2
Would people in their twenties and thirties be better off under this?
Provides recognition and commitment to the health and transition of active duty SOF members, often young adults.
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 for continued investment in the equipment, training, health, well-being, and transition of SOF members.
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Community Appreciation: The designation of "SOF Week" serves as a way to show appreciation for the contributions of the SOF community.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No negative impacts for individuals or groups are explicitly 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? — Explicitly recognizes the service of SOF personnel and commits to their transition and well-being. Would people in their twenties and thirties be better off under this? — Provides recognition and commitment to the health and transition of active duty SOF members, often young adults.
- 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 the service and transition of SOF members. Does this put more money into stopping terrorism? — The bill recognizes the importance of SOF in counterterrorism and commits to investing in their readiness.
- 5/6/2025
- Referred to the Committee on Armed Services. (text: CR S2778)
- Introduced in Senate
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-HJRES-95: 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.