Joni Ernst (R-IA)
A resolution honoring the service and sacrifice of United States Army Sergeant William Nathaniel Howard and United States Army Sergeant Edgar Brian Torres-Tovar, who were killed in action in Palmyra, Syria, in a targeted assault against United States service members on December 13, 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 S8893-8894; text: CR S8926)
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 the service and sacrifice of United States Army Sergeant William Nathaniel Howard and United States Army Sergeant Edgar Brian Torres-Tovar. Both soldiers were killed in action during a targeted assault in Palmyra, Syria, on December 13, 2025. The attack involved a lone gunman affiliated with the Islamic State targeting United States and partner forces. The resolution recognizes the bravery of the National Guard members and partner forces who responded to the incident. Additionally, it extends sympathies to the families of the fallen and those affected by the attack. Finally, it requests that the Secretary of the Senate transmit a copy of the resolution to the families of the deceased.
Yes
- Scored +3
Would veterans be better off under this, taking everything together?
The resolution recognizes the bravery and service of National Guard members.
- Scored +2
Would people in their twenties and thirties be better off under this?
The resolution honors the service of soldiers who were in their 20s.
- Scored +2
Does this increase the pay, pensions or support veterans receive?
The resolution honors the service and sacrifice of fallen National Guard members.
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 honors the memory, service, and sacrifice of Sergeant Howard and Sergeant Torres-Tovar for their dedicated service to their State and country (Section 1 and 2).
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Support for Families: The Senate extends its sympathies, gratitude, and support to the families of the fallen soldiers and all others affected by the attack (Section 3).
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Acknowledgment of Bravery: The resolution honors the bravery and professionalism of the National Guard members and partner forces who responded to the scene and cared for the wounded (Section 4).
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Validation of Personnel: The Senate recognizes that National Guard members and volunteers embody the highest ideals of duty, courage, and selfless service (Section 7).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No specific negative impacts or burdens are identified within the text of this resolution.
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 recognizes the bravery and service of National Guard members. Would people in their twenties and thirties be better off under this? — The resolution honors the service of soldiers who were in their 20s.
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Does this increase the pay, pensions or support veterans receive? — The resolution honors the service and sacrifice of fallen National Guard members.
- 12/18/2025
- 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 S8893-8894; text: CR S8926)
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- Introduced in Senate
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Chuck GrassleyRepublican · Iowa