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A resolution recognizing the 80th anniversary of the amphibious landing on the Japanese island of Iwo Jima during World War II and the raisings of the flag of the United States on Mount Suribachi.

USA119th CongressSRES-53| Senate 
| Updated: 2/19/2025
Todd Young

Todd Young

Republican Senator

Indiana

Cosponsors (38)
Joni Ernst (Republican)Jeanne Shaheen (Democratic)Tommy Tuberville (Republican)Rick Scott (Republican)Tammy Duckworth (Democratic)Dan Sullivan (Republican)Ruben Gallego (Democratic)Adam B. Schiff (Democratic)Catherine Cortez Masto (Democratic)Thomas Tillis (Republican)Jim Banks (Republican)Jack Reed (Democratic)Jerry Moran (Republican)Elizabeth Warren (Democratic)Christopher A. Coons (Democratic)Eric Schmitt (Republican)Marsha Blackburn (Republican)Mark R. Warner (Democratic)Angus S. King (Independent)Tom Cotton (Republican)Amy Klobuchar (Democratic)Roger F. Wicker (Republican)John Boozman (Republican)Tim Kaine (Democratic)Jacky Rosen (Democratic)Mike Rounds (Republican)Ted Cruz (Republican)Chris Van Hollen (Democratic)Kevin Cramer (Republican)James C. Justice (Republican)Deb Fischer (Republican)Pete Ricketts (Republican)Steve Daines (Republican)John Hoeven (Republican)Richard Blumenthal (Democratic)Mark Kelly (Democratic)Ted Budd (Republican)Shelley Moore Capito (Republican)

Foreign Relations Committee

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This resolution commemorates the 80th anniversary of the Battle of Iwo Jima , a pivotal amphibious landing that began on February 19, 1945, during World War II. The island was strategically vital for securing airfields to support aerial bombardments against mainland Japan and as an emergency landing site for B-29 bombers. The 36-day battle involved over 70,000 United States Marines, supported by Navy, Coast Guard, and Army personnel, against a heavily fortified Japanese defense. The battle was one of the bloodiest in Marine Corps history, resulting in over 26,000 United States casualties, including more than 6,800 killed. Five days into the battle, members of the United States Marine Corps famously raised the flag on Mount Suribachi , an event immortalized by an iconic photograph symbolizing determination and perseverance. This victory was crucial, with the secured airfields saving an estimated 24,761 B-29 crewmen, and ultimately contributed to the defeat of the Empire of Japan. The Senate honors all service members who fought bravely, including the Japanese soldiers, and venerates those who made the ultimate sacrifice, affirming their "uncommon valor." It encourages appropriate programs and ceremonies to honor Iwo Jima veterans and reaffirms the strong bonds of friendship and shared values between the United States and Japan, highlighting the power of reconciliation.

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Bill from Previous Congress

SRES 116-502
A resolution recognizing the 75th anniversary of the amphibious landing on the Japanese island of Iwo Jima during World War II and the raisings of the flag of the United States on Mount Suribachi.
Feb 4, 2025
Introduced in Senate
Feb 4, 2025
Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.
Feb 18, 2025

Latest Companion Bill Action

HRES 119-142
Submitted in House
Feb 19, 2025
Passed/agreed to in Senate: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.
Feb 19, 2025
Senate Committee on Foreign Relations discharged by Unanimous Consent.
Feb 19, 2025
Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S1037; text: 2/4/2025 CR S597-598)
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    SRES 116-502
    A resolution recognizing the 75th anniversary of the amphibious landing on the Japanese island of Iwo Jima during World War II and the raisings of the flag of the United States on Mount Suribachi.


  • February 4, 2025
    Introduced in Senate


  • February 4, 2025
    Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.


  • February 18, 2025

    Latest Companion Bill Action

    HRES 119-142
    Submitted in House


  • February 19, 2025
    Passed/agreed to in Senate: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.


  • February 19, 2025
    Senate Committee on Foreign Relations discharged by Unanimous Consent.


  • February 19, 2025
    Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S1037; text: 2/4/2025 CR S597-598)

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A resolution recognizing the 80th anniversary of the amphibious landing on the Japanese island of Iwo Jima during World War II and the raisings of the flag of the United States on Mount Suribachi.

USA119th CongressSRES-53| Senate 
| Updated: 2/19/2025
This resolution commemorates the 80th anniversary of the Battle of Iwo Jima , a pivotal amphibious landing that began on February 19, 1945, during World War II. The island was strategically vital for securing airfields to support aerial bombardments against mainland Japan and as an emergency landing site for B-29 bombers. The 36-day battle involved over 70,000 United States Marines, supported by Navy, Coast Guard, and Army personnel, against a heavily fortified Japanese defense. The battle was one of the bloodiest in Marine Corps history, resulting in over 26,000 United States casualties, including more than 6,800 killed. Five days into the battle, members of the United States Marine Corps famously raised the flag on Mount Suribachi , an event immortalized by an iconic photograph symbolizing determination and perseverance. This victory was crucial, with the secured airfields saving an estimated 24,761 B-29 crewmen, and ultimately contributed to the defeat of the Empire of Japan. The Senate honors all service members who fought bravely, including the Japanese soldiers, and venerates those who made the ultimate sacrifice, affirming their "uncommon valor." It encourages appropriate programs and ceremonies to honor Iwo Jima veterans and reaffirms the strong bonds of friendship and shared values between the United States and Japan, highlighting the power of reconciliation.

Bill Text Versions

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2 versions available

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Timeline

Bill from Previous Congress

SRES 116-502
A resolution recognizing the 75th anniversary of the amphibious landing on the Japanese island of Iwo Jima during World War II and the raisings of the flag of the United States on Mount Suribachi.
Feb 4, 2025
Introduced in Senate
Feb 4, 2025
Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.
Feb 18, 2025

Latest Companion Bill Action

HRES 119-142
Submitted in House
Feb 19, 2025
Passed/agreed to in Senate: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.
Feb 19, 2025
Senate Committee on Foreign Relations discharged by Unanimous Consent.
Feb 19, 2025
Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S1037; text: 2/4/2025 CR S597-598)
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    SRES 116-502
    A resolution recognizing the 75th anniversary of the amphibious landing on the Japanese island of Iwo Jima during World War II and the raisings of the flag of the United States on Mount Suribachi.


  • February 4, 2025
    Introduced in Senate


  • February 4, 2025
    Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.


  • February 18, 2025

    Latest Companion Bill Action

    HRES 119-142
    Submitted in House


  • February 19, 2025
    Passed/agreed to in Senate: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.


  • February 19, 2025
    Senate Committee on Foreign Relations discharged by Unanimous Consent.


  • February 19, 2025
    Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S1037; text: 2/4/2025 CR S597-598)
Todd Young

Todd Young

Republican Senator

Indiana

Cosponsors (38)
Joni Ernst (Republican)Jeanne Shaheen (Democratic)Tommy Tuberville (Republican)Rick Scott (Republican)Tammy Duckworth (Democratic)Dan Sullivan (Republican)Ruben Gallego (Democratic)Adam B. Schiff (Democratic)Catherine Cortez Masto (Democratic)Thomas Tillis (Republican)Jim Banks (Republican)Jack Reed (Democratic)Jerry Moran (Republican)Elizabeth Warren (Democratic)Christopher A. Coons (Democratic)Eric Schmitt (Republican)Marsha Blackburn (Republican)Mark R. Warner (Democratic)Angus S. King (Independent)Tom Cotton (Republican)Amy Klobuchar (Democratic)Roger F. Wicker (Republican)John Boozman (Republican)Tim Kaine (Democratic)Jacky Rosen (Democratic)Mike Rounds (Republican)Ted Cruz (Republican)Chris Van Hollen (Democratic)Kevin Cramer (Republican)James C. Justice (Republican)Deb Fischer (Republican)Pete Ricketts (Republican)Steve Daines (Republican)John Hoeven (Republican)Richard Blumenthal (Democratic)Mark Kelly (Democratic)Ted Budd (Republican)Shelley Moore Capito (Republican)

Foreign Relations Committee

Armed Forces and National Security

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
AsiaConflicts and warsJapanMilitary historyNational symbols