Commending Sail250® for its advancement of goodwill among nations, its dedication to continuing the legacy of commemorating the history of the United States, and its effort to educate the next generation of Americans about the Nation's maritime heritage.

Summary

Recognizes and supports Sail250®, a program organizing international tall ship gatherings and maritime commemorations at five U.S. ports (New Orleans; Norfolk; Baltimore; the Port of New York and New Jersey; and Boston) to mark the United States’ 250th anniversary. Notes Sail250®’s historical partnerships with U.S. Presidents, its collaboration with the U.S. Navy for an International Naval Review planned for July 4, 2026 in the Port of New York and New Jersey, and Sail250®’s intent to host a record gathering of tall ships, naval, Coast Guard, and similar vessels. The measure is a non‑binding expression of recognition and support; it does not authorize spending, create new programs, or impose requirements on state or local governments.

• Formally recognizes and supports Sail250®, an international tall ship and maritime commemoration program.
• Identifies five U.S. host ports: New Orleans; Norfolk; Baltimore; Port of New York and New Jersey; and Boston.
• Notes Sail250®’s historical ties to U.S. Presidents and partnership with the U.S. Navy.
• Highlights a planned International Naval Review on July 4, 2026 in the Port of New York and New Jersey.
• States intent to host the largest-ever gathering of tall ships, naval, Coast Guard, and similar vessels.
• Is a non-binding, ceremonial resolution that does not appropriate funds or impose legal requirements.
• May prompt planning and coordination by local governments, port authorities, military units, and public safety agencies.
• Could produce local economic and tourism impacts in host ports but contains no federal funding commitments.