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A resolution congratulating the members of the 509th and 131st Bomb Wings for successfully completing Operation Midnight Hammer.
A resolution congratulating the members of the 509th and 131st Bomb Wings for successfully completing Operation Midnight Hammer.
Summary
This resolution congratulates the members of the United States Air Force's 509th and 131st Bomb Wings for completing a military operation called Operation Midnight Hammer. According to the resolution, the operation involved B-2 bombers deployed from Missouri that conducted strikes against Iranian nuclear facilities. The resolution recognizes the service and proficiency of the pilots and supporting personnel involved in the operation, noting the complexity of their mission including extended flight times and aerial refueling. The House of Representatives would formally express its appreciation for the units' readiness and service to the nation.
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Sponsor (1)
- Rep. Alford, Mark [R-MO-4] (R-MO)
5 cosponsors
Actions (2)
- Jul 17, 2025 Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services. · house
- Jul 17, 2025 Submitted in House
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IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
July 17, 2025
Mr. Alford (for himself, Mr. Davis of North Carolina, Mr. Tony Gonzales of Texas, Mr. Carter of Texas, Mr. Graves, and Mr. Ciscomani) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Armed Services
RESOLUTION
A resolution congratulating the members of the 509th and 131st Bomb Wings for successfully completing Operation Midnight Hammer.
Whereas the 509th Bomb Wing has an illustrious history of carrying out among the most critical, dangerous, and important missions of the United States Armed Forces, including the bombing of Hiroshima and Nagasaki and the conduct of the first strikes in Afghanistan following the terrorist attacks against the United States on September 11, 2001; Whereas the 131st Bomb Wing began as an observation squadron using biplanes and has grown into the most lethal bomb wing of the Air National Guard, partaking in historic flights such as the Charles Lindbergh “Spirit of St. Louis” flight as well as in combat actions against enemies of the United States spanning decades; Whereas the Iranian regime refused to allow international observers to conduct proper oversight of nuclear facilities in Iran and continued to illicitly enrich nuclear weapon-grade uranium; Whereas, when the President required the most lethal and capable bomb wings to deliver a decisive blow for international peace through Operation Midnight Hammer, the President called upon the members of the Armed Forces stationed at Whiteman Air Force Base in Johnston County, Missouri; Whereas, because such members train at, operate at, and maintain the highest level of proficiency, such members were able to successfully complete Operation Midnight Hammer on extremely short notice; Whereas, in conducting Operation Midnight Hammer, the 509th and 131st Bomb Wings departed from Knob Nobster, Missouri, in secrecy and delivered the tip of the spear to the heart of an illegal nuclear weapons program; Whereas, in conducting Operation Midnight Hammer, the brave B-2 pilots of the 509th and 131st Bomb Wings flew for 36 hours, refueled mid-air on dozens of occasions, and still performed with incredible precision in delivering payloads; and Whereas the deployment of 125 different aircraft and outstanding coordination with the Department of the Navy and the Marine Corps enabled the success of Operation Midnight Hammer, landing a critical blow to the illicit nuclear weapons program of Iran: Now, therefore, be it Resolved, That the House of Representatives—
(1) congratulates the 509th and 131st Bomb Wings for their incredible service in Operation Midnight Hammer; and
(2) recognizes the critical nature of ensuring soldiers, sailors, marines, airmen, and coast guardsmen remain always ready to answer the call of the American people. <all>
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