Summary

A Senate resolution honors Ben Nighthorse Campbell by recounting his life, military service, athletic achievements, business and ranching activities, and public service at the state and federal level. The text is a commemorative preamble that recognizes his legislative accomplishments and role as a Native American leader and contains no legal mandates, funding, or changes to law.

• The resolution formally honors Ben Nighthorse Campbell by recounting his biography and career highlights.
• It documents his military service in Korea and awards received (Korean Service Medal, Air Medal).
• It notes his judo achievements, including national titles and membership on the 1964 U.S. Olympic judo team as the first Native American on that team.
• It records his work as a jeweler, rancher on the Southern Ute reservation, and service in Colorado and U.S. federal elected office.
• It credits him with legislative accomplishments such as the National Museum of the American Indian and other park and tribal water projects.
• It recognizes his role as chair of the Senate Committee on Indian Affairs and as a Native American leader in Congress.
• The resolution is commemorative only and contains no operative provisions, funding, or legal changes.