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Jon Ossoff (D-GA)

A resolution commemorating the first anniversary of the mass shooting at Fort Stewart, Georgia, on August 6, 2025.

S.Res. 838 · Senate resolution Crime and Law Enforcement

A Democratic resolution with 1 Democratic 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 S4530; text: CR S4525)

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 commemorates the first anniversary of the mass shooting that occurred at Fort Stewart, Georgia, on August 6, 2025. The document notes that five soldiers were shot and wounded by a fellow soldier during the incident. It highlights that all five victims survived the attack. The resolution also recognizes the immediate response of unarmed soldiers who worked to subdue the shooter and provide first aid. Finally, the Senate intends to honor the victims, commend the responders, and express support for the Fort Stewart community.