Alabama House Bill HR235

Alabama 2023 Regular Session

• Introduced: 5/24/23

Caption

RECOGNIZING THE 2023 NAVY SEAL FOUNDATION NEW YORK CITY SEAL SWIM.

Impact

The event commemorated in HR235 is set to take place on August 19, 2023, and involves participants swimming from New Jersey to New York, stopping at key landmarks including the Statue of Liberty and the World Trade Center. The activities planned during the swim are not merely for athletic competition; they are infused with honoring American values, service, and remembrance—specifically aimed at those lost on September 11, 2001, and other heroes including veterans who fought in combat.

Summary

House Resolution 235 (HR235) serves to recognize and honor the 2023 Navy SEAL Foundation New York City SEAL Swim event. This resolution acknowledges the significance of the event which brings together former Navy SEALs, veterans, police officers, firefighters, and first responders to raise funds for the Navy SEAL Foundation, an organization dedicated to supporting Navy SEALs and their families. The resolution highlights the event's purpose of honoring those who have served and sacrificed for the nation, as well as fostering community spirit among participants and supporters.

Contention

While the resolution expresses a unified support for honoring veterans and first responders, it is important to note that the recognition of such events also often stirs conversations about resource allocation for veteran services and how fundraising efforts are utilized within military foundations. Therefore, while HR235 does not face direct legislative contention, discussions surrounding it may open dialogues about broader issues impacting veterans and their families.