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Passed on 2026-09-16

Resolution · 119th Congress · SRES 859

A resolution recognizing the 25th anniversary of the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001, honoring the memory of the victims, recognizing the courage and sacrifice of the heroes who answered the call to serve, acknowledging the charitable organizations that continue to support survivors and victims' families, and reaffirming the enduring commitment of the United States to never forget.

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Introduced 2026-09-16Topic: veterans military · public safety · public health

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This Senate resolution marks the 25th anniversary of the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks. It honors the 2,977 people killed in New York, at the Pentagon, and in Shanksville, Pennsylvania, and thanks first responders, military members, volunteers, and others who responded. It recognizes the passengers and crew of United Airlines Flight 93 and those who served in the years after the attacks. It urges people in the United States to observe the anniversary with ceremonies and activities and restates the Senate's commitment to never forget the attacks. The resolution does not create new programs or spending.

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Action history

DateChamberActionStatus effect
2026-09-16SenateSubmitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S4762-4763; text: CR S4760-4761)
2026-09-16Passed/agreed to in Senate: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.floor pass
Source: GovInfo Bill Status (Library of Congress), fetched 2026-09-29. Provisions and opinion polling arrive in a later release.