CONGRESS FOR VOTERS

Dan Sullivan (R-AK)

A resolution designating August 16, 2026, as "National Airborne Day".

S.Res. 836 · Senate resolution Armed Forces and National Security

A Republican resolution with 11 Democratic cosponsors · See all 13 cosponsors

Last activity — Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S4530; text: CR S4524)

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 resolution designates August 16, 2026, as "National Airborne Day." The designation honors the history and achievements of the airborne forces of the United States Armed Forces. It marks the anniversary of the first official Army parachute jump that occurred on August 16, 1940. The resolution recognizes the bravery and various combat, stability, and training operations performed by these units across multiple conflicts. Finally, it calls on the public to observe this day through various activities.

Yes

  • Scored +5

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

    The resolution specifically celebrates the history and achievements of airborne service members.

  • Scored +5

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

    The resolution honors the service and achievements of airborne veterans through a national day of recognition.

The opposite

No question was scored the opposite.