Recognizing the critical importance of the United States Special Operations Forces community and expressing support for the designation of SOF Week.
Sponsored By: Representative Jackson, Ronny [R-TX-13]
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Summary
Recognize the United States Special Operations Forces and designate SOF Week.
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This bill would formally honor SOF personnel and their families, highlight their specialized missions and training, and support an annual SOF Week set for May 5 through May 8, 2025.
- Service members: Would publicly honor Army Special Forces, Psychological Operations units, Civil Affairs Soldiers, the 75th Ranger Regiment, the 160th Aviation Regiment (Night Stalkers), Navy SEALs, Special Warfare Combatant‑Craft Crewmen, Air Force Special Operations aviators, Special Tactics teams, Marine Raiders, and affiliated units for their skills and high‑risk missions.
- Families: Would acknowledge the unique burdens families face from frequent deployments and a high operational tempo and call attention to needs for health, well‑being, and transition support.
- Community and events: Would back the designation of SOF Week, noting the international SOF conference scheduled for May 5–8, 2025.
The resolution is ceremonial in character and would not by itself create new law, appropriate funds, or authorize regulatory action.
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Sponsors & CoSponsors
Sponsor
Jackson, Ronny [R-TX-13]
TX • R
Cosponsors
Hudson
NC • R
Sponsored 5/6/2025
Peters
CA • D
Sponsored 5/6/2025
Rep. Castor, Kathy [D-FL-14]
FL • D
Sponsored 5/6/2025
Crow
CO • D
Sponsored 5/6/2025
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