Shelley Capito (R-WV)
A resolution honoring the service and sacrifice of United States Army Specialist Sarah Beckstrom and United States Air Force Staff Sergeant Andrew Wolfe, who were tragically shot in Washington, D.C., in a targeted assault against United States service members on November 26, 2025.
A Republican resolution with 1 Republican cosponsor · See the cosponsor
Last activity — Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S8580; text: CR S8579)
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
- Introduced
- Officially Recorded
- 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 resolution honors United States Army Specialist Sarah Beckstrom and United States Air Force Staff Sergeant Andrew Wolfe. Both service members were part of the West Virginia National Guard and were victims of a targeted gunfire attack in Washington, D.C., on November 26, 2025. Specialist Beckstrom passed away from her injuries, while Staff Sergeant Wolfe was hospitalized in critical condition. The resolution recognizes their dedicated service and the selfless actions they took while patrolling with the D.C. Safe and Beautiful Task Force. Finally, it expresses sympathy to their families and condemns the violent assault.
Yes· 3 of 6
- Scored +3
Would veterans be better off under this, taking everything together?
The resolution provides official recognition and sympathy for the families of National Guard service members.
- Scored +2
Would people in their twenties and thirties be better off under this?
The resolution recognizes the service of young National Guard members who were in their early twenties.
- Scored +2
Would women be better off under this?
The resolution honors the memory of Specialist Sarah Beckstrom.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Honoring the memory and service of the fallen and injured: The resolution honors the memory, service, and sacrifice of Specialist Beckstrom and Staff Sergeant Wolfe (Sections 1 and 2). This provides official recognition of their dedication to their State and country.
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Support for families: The Senate extends sympathies, gratitude, and support to the Beckstrom and Wolfe families (Section 3). This recognizes the hardship they have endured and will face due to the attack.
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Recognition of bravery and swift action: The resolution honors the bravery of National Guard members on the scene and expresses gratitude for the swift action of those who responded and apprehended the attacker (Sections 4 and 5).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- There are no specific provisions in this resolution that outline negative impacts or burdens for individuals or groups of people.
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 resolution provides official recognition and sympathy for the families of National Guard service members. Would men be better off under this? — The resolution honors the service of Staff Sergeant Andrew Wolfe. Would people in rural areas be better off under this? — The resolution honors service members from the West Virginia community. Would women be better off under this? — The resolution honors the memory of Specialist Sarah Beckstrom. Would people in their twenties and thirties be better off under this? — The resolution recognizes the service of young National Guard members who were in their early twenties.
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Does this increase the pay, pensions or support veterans receive? — The resolution honors the service and sacrifice of National Guard members who are part of the military community.
- 12/9/2025
- Passed/agreed to in Senate: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.
- Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S8580; text: CR S8579)
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- Introduced in Senate
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James JusticeRepublican · West Virginia