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A resolution honoring the USS Massachusetts (SSN-798) Virginia Class nuclear submarine and her crew on the historic occasion of her commissioning, on March 28, 2026.
Honoring the USS Massachusetts (SSN-798) Virginia Class nuclear submarine and her crew on the historic occasion of her commissioning, on March 28, 2026.
Summary
This resolution honors the USS Massachusetts (SSN-798), a Virginia Class nuclear submarine, on the occasion of its commissioning on March 28, 2026, in Boston Harbor. The resolution recognizes that this is the eighth United States Naval vessel to bear the name USS Massachusetts and acknowledges the Commonwealth of Massachusetts' rich maritime tradition. The Senate expresses its recognition of the ship's historical significance and extends best wishes to the officers and crew who will serve aboard the vessel.
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Actions (2)
- Mar 19, 2026 Referred to the Committee on Armed Services. (text: CR S1380-1381) · senate
- Mar 19, 2026 Submitted in Senate
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IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES
March 19, 2026
Ms. Warren (for herself and Mr. Markey) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Armed Services
RESOLUTION
Honoring the USS Massachusetts (SSN-798) Virginia Class nuclear submarine and her crew on the historic occasion of her commissioning, on March 28, 2026.
Whereas it has been more than 50 years since the last USS Massachusetts (BB-59) served the United States as a Ship of the Line; Whereas the eighth United States Naval vessel to carry the name, the USS Massachusetts (SSN-798) will build upon the proud legacy of the previous 7 ships christened USS Massachusetts, representing a Commonwealth with claims on the birthplace of the United States Navy; Whereas this warship will further underscore Massachusetts’ rich maritime tradition and naval service, and the commitment of its citizens by her motto, inspired by President Kennedy’s Inaugural Address, emblazoned on the ship’s crest, Pro Patria “For Country”; and Whereas, recognizing the profound significance of the commissioning of warship USS Massachusetts (SSN-798) on March 28, 2026, in its namesake, the Commonwealth of Massachusetts: Now, therefore, be it Resolved, That—
(1) the Senate—
(A) again would like to recognize the profound historical significance of the commissioning of warship USS Massachusetts (SSN-798); and
(B) extends its best wishes for good fortune for all those that sail aboard her, for fair winds and following seas during her service to the United States; and
(2) service of the USS Massachusetts (SSN-798) shall commence with her commissioning in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts on March 28, 2026, in Boston Harbor. <all>
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