SRES 572 — 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.

Summary

This resolution honors United States Army Sergeant William Nathaniel Howard and Sergeant Edgar Brian Torres-Tovar, members of the Iowa Army National Guard who were killed in action on December 13, 2025, in a terrorist attack near Palmyra, Syria. The resolution expresses sympathy to their families and communities, honors the bravery of responding forces, expresses gratitude for actions that prevented further casualties, and condemns the attack. The Senate resolution requests that copies be sent to the families of the deceased soldiers.

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Sponsor (1)

Sen. Ernst, Joni [R-IA] (R-IA)

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Sen. Grassley, Chuck [R-IA] (R-IA)

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Dec 18, 2025 Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S8893-8894; text: CR S8926) · senate
Dec 18, 2025 Passed/agreed to in Senate: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.
Dec 18, 2025 Introduced in Senate

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IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES

December 18, 2025

Ms. Ernst (for herself and Mr. Grassley) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to

RESOLUTION

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.

Whereas, on the morning of December 13, 2025, members of the Iowa Army National Guard were conducting a counter-terrorism engagement near Palmyra, Syria, as part of ongoing multinational efforts to degrade Islamic State remnants; Whereas, during this engagement, a lone gunman believed to be affiliated with the Islamic State opened fire on United States and partner forces in a deliberate assault; Whereas, as a result of this attack, United States Army Sergeant William Nathaniel “Nate” Howard, age 29, of Marshalltown, Iowa, and United States Army Sergeant Edgar Brian Torres-Tovar, age 25, of Des Moines, Iowa, both assigned to the 1st Squadron, 113th Cavalry Regiment, 2nd Brigade Combat Team, 34th Infantry Division of the Iowa Army National Guard, were killed in action; Whereas a United States civilian interpreter also lost their life in this attack, and 3 other Iowa National Guard soldiers sustained injuries; Whereas Sergeant Howard and Sergeant Torres-Tovar were dedicated soldiers who served with distinction in defense of the United States and in the global campaign against terrorism; Whereas Sergeant Howard served over 11 years in the Iowa Army National Guard and had a deep commitment to his fellow soldiers and his mission, representing the very best of Iowa and the United States; Whereas Sergeant Torres-Tovar was beloved by his community and fellow National Guardsmen for his selflessness, professionalism, and commitment to service, and he joined the Iowa Army National Guard before his high school graduation ceremony in 2019; and Whereas the families, friends, and communities of Sergeant Howard and Sergeant Torres-Tovar have endured an immeasurable loss and continue to honor the memory of their loved ones: Now, therefore, be it Resolved, That the Senate—

(1) honors the memory, service, and sacrifice of United States Army Sergeant William Nathaniel “Nate” Howard for his dedicated service to his State and to his country as a member of the Iowa Army National Guard;

(2) honors the memory, service, and sacrifice of United States Army Sergeant Edgar Brian Torres-Tovar for his dedicated service to his State and to his country as a member of the Iowa Army National Guard;

(3) extends its sympathies, gratitude, and support to the families of Sergeant Howard and Sergeant Torres-Tovar, and to all others affected by this attack;

(4) honors the bravery and professionalism of the National Guard members and partner forces who responded under fire and cared for the wounded;

(5) expresses profound gratitude for the swift actions of the United States and allied personnel on the scene who engaged the attacker and prevented further loss of life;

(6) condemns in the strongest terms the horrific terrorist assault targeting United States service members and civilians;

(7) recognizes that the members of the National Guard and all volunteers who serve in harm’s way on behalf of the United States embody the highest ideals of duty, courage, and selfless service; and

(8) respectfully requests that the Secretary of the Senate transmit an enrolled copy of this resolution to—

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