Last progress June 6, 2025 (8 months ago)
Introduced on June 6, 2025 by Jason Crow
Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.
Recognizes and honors the United States Army on its 250th anniversary, thanking soldiers for their service and valor and recalling the Army’s origins, mission, and core values. It invites the people of the United States to mark the anniversary with ceremonies, programs, and activities that honor Army service and traditions. The measure is ceremonial: it contains historical background and expressions of gratitude and does not create new programs, authorize spending, or change policy.
On June 14, 1775, the Second Continental Congress authorized the establishment of the Continental Army.
The same pursuit of personal freedom that created the United States Army also led to the adoption of the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution.
For the past 250 years, the Army’s central mission has been to fight and win the wars of the United States.
The 190 campaign streamers on the United States Army flag are a testament to the valor, commitment, and professionalism of the soldiers who have served.
The battles of Yorktown, Gettysburg, Cantigny, Normandy, the Bulge, Okinawa, Inchon, la Drang, 73 Easting, Fallujah, and Kamdesh are named as notable battles in which United States Army soldiers have fought with extraordinary courage and distinction.
Primary effects are symbolic and public: members of the U.S. Army, veterans, and military families are honored publicly, which can support morale and public recognition. The measure asks the public to observe the anniversary via ceremonies and programs, encouraging community and institutional commemorations (e.g., local events, military ceremonies, educational activities). It imposes no legal, regulatory, or financial obligations on federal, state, or local governments or private entities and therefore has no direct budgetary or programmatic impact.
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