CONGRESS FOR VOTERS

Eric Schmitt (R-MO)

A resolution honoring the pilots, maintainers, analysts, sailors, support aircraft, and families, among various other essential groups involved in the success of Operation Midnight Hammer.

S.Res. 437 · Senate resolution Armed Forces and National Security

A Republican resolution with 12 Republican cosponsors · See all 12 cosponsors

Last activity — Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S6959; text: CR S6959)

Adopted

The chamber formally agreed to it, and for a resolution that is the finish line: what it says is now officially the chamber's position, rule or tribute.

Nothing more is needed. A resolution is how a chamber speaks for itself or sets its own rules, so adopting it is what puts it into effect. It is not a law, so there is nothing for the President to sign.

Its path through Congress

  1. Introduced
  2. Officially Recorded
  3. Adopted by the Senate unanimous consent

A Senate resolution is the Senate speaking for itself: stating a position, honouring someone, or setting its own rules. Adopting it is the whole process. Once the Senate agrees to it, it is officially the Senate's word; it is not a law, so the House and the President have no part in it.

The Senate by unanimous consent (no one objected, so there was no vote): no senator's position on it was recorded.

What this bill would do

This Senate resolution honors the various groups involved in Operation Midnight Hammer. The operation involved B-2 Spirit stealth bombers flying from Whiteman Air Force Base to drop massive ordnance on nuclear facilities in Iran. It also included support from a United States submarine using Tomahawk land attack cruise missiles against surface infrastructure. The resolution notes that the mission targeted the Fordow Fuel Enrichment Plant, Natanz Pilot Fuel Enrichment Plant, and Isfahan Nuclear Technology Center. Finally, the resolution commends the bravery and expertise of the service members and recognizes the sacrifices made by their families.

Yes

  • Scored +2

    Would veterans be better off under this, taking everything together?

    The resolution explicitly commends the bravery and technical expertise of the service members involved in the mission.

  • Scored +1

    Does this increase the pay, pensions or support veterans receive?

    The resolution recognizes the bravery and dedication of service members involved in the operation.

The opposite

  • Scored -2

    Does this strengthen ties with allied countries?

    The resolution details a unilateral military strike against Iranian nuclear facilities which may impact international relations.