IV 
119TH CONGRESS 
1ST SESSION 
H. RES. 742 
Recognizing the 250th birthday of the United States Navy. 
IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
SEPTEMBER 18, 2025 
Mr. LALOTA (for himself, Mr. DELUZIO, Mr. WITTMAN, Mr. CRENSHAW, Mrs. 
KIGGANS of Virginia, Ms. TENNEY, Mr. GOLDEN of Maine, Mr. COURT-
NEY, Mr. MOULTON, Mr. GIMENEZ, Mr. DIAZ-BALART, Mr. HARRIS of 
Maryland, 
Mr. 
PETERS, 
Mr. 
THOMPSON
of 
Pennsylvania, 
Mr. 
FLEISCHMANN, Mr. MCGUIRE, Mr. MCCORMICK, Mr. SCHNEIDER, Ms. 
SHERRILL, Mr. LUTTRELL, Ms. BROWNLEY, Mr. KELLY of Mississippi, 
Mr. MOORE of North Carolina, Mr. CASE, Mr. FITZPATRICK, Mr. 
MOYLAN, Mr. TONY GONZALES of Texas, Mrs. HOUCHIN, Mr. ZINKE, 
Mr. FRY, Mr. MOOLENAAR, Mr. MOORE of Alabama, Mr. JOYCE of Penn-
sylvania, Mr. CLYDE, Mr. RULLI, Mr. CLOUD, Ms. ELFRETH, and Ms. 
SALAZAR) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the 
Committee on Armed Services 
RESOLUTION 
Recognizing the 250th birthday of the United States Navy. 
Whereas, on October 13, 1775, the Continental Congress, 
representing the citizens of the 13 American colonies, 
passed a resolution establishing a Continental Navy to 
combat maritime threats and protect American com-
merce; 
Whereas the founders recognized the essential nature of a 
Navy to the strength and longevity of the country by pro-
viding authority to Congress ‘‘To provide and maintain a 
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Navy’’ in article I of the Constitution of the United 
States; 
Whereas the Continental Navy began a proud tradition, car-
ried out for the last 250 years by the United States 
Navy, to protect the interests of the United States on, 
under, and above the seas, projecting American values 
and maintaining the freedom of navigation across the 
globe; 
Whereas, as of the date of this resolution, the United States 
Navy is a global force of more than 290 ships, 3,700 air-
craft, and 500,000 active duty, reserve, and civilian per-
sonnel; 
Whereas the Navy’s Sailors, past and present, have dem-
onstrated unmatched courage, skill, and dedication dur-
ing every major conflict in the history of the United 
States; 
Whereas the Navy has played a vital role in humanitarian 
missions, disaster relief, deterrence, and diplomacy, fos-
tering peace and stability in regions far beyond the 
shores of the United States; 
Whereas the Navy remains at the forefront of technological 
innovation, all-domain warfare, and strategic deterrence 
in the 21st century; 
Whereas the Navy’s core values of ‘‘Honor, Courage, and 
Commitment’’ have guided generations of Sailors and re-
flect the enduring spirit of service to the country; 
Whereas the Navy’s 250th birthday provides an opportunity 
to recognize the sacrifices of Navy families, veterans, and 
civilians who have supported the fleet and fought for the 
maritime superiority of the United States; 
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Whereas communities across the United States continue to 
provide critical industrial and workforce support to sus-
tain fleet readiness and national defense; and 
Whereas, whether in peace or at war, the people of the 
United States can rest assured that their Navy is on 
watch, ever vigilant, and ready to respond when and 
where it is needed: Now, therefore, be it 
Resolved, That the House of Representatives— 
(1) recognizes the historic significance of the 
250th birthday of the United States Navy; 
(2) expresses the appreciation of the people of 
the United States to the men and women of the 
Navy, past and present, for their 250 years of dedi-
cated service and defense of the United States; and 
(3) reaffirms the Senate’s commitment to sup-
porting the United States Navy as a vital instru-
ment of national power and global stability. 
Æ 
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