Us Congress Senate Bill SR797

Us Congress 2023-2024 Regular Session

• Introduced: 8/1/24

Caption

A resolution designating August 16, 2024, as "National Airborne Day".

Summary

SR797 is a resolution designating August 16, 2024, as 'National Airborne Day.' This resolution serves to honor the members of the airborne forces of the United States, recognizing their significant contributions and the heroic actions they have undertaken throughout American military history. The date was chosen specifically as it marks the anniversary of the first official parachute jump by the Army Parachute Test Platoon in 1940, which initiated a long tradition of airborne operations. The resolution highlights the brave service of airborne forces who have demonstrated gallantry in numerous conflicts, including World War II, Korea, Vietnam, and more recent engagements in Iraq and Afghanistan. It emphasizes the evolution of airborne units, paying tribute to various Airborne Divisions and their roles in vital military operations and humanitarian efforts over the decades. In terms of state law impact, while SR797 itself does not impose any legal obligations or changes, it symbolizes national recognition of the airborne forces. The resolution calls on citizens to observe National Airborne Day through ceremonies and programs, thereby encouraging communal participation in honoring military service members. By establishing this commemorative day, it seeks to foster a sense of gratitude among the populace for the sacrifices made by members of the airborne community. Notably, the resolution has bipartisan support, reflecting a collective acknowledgment across party lines of the importance of recognizing military service. No significant points of contention have arisen regarding SR797; it stands as a unifying gesture towards honoring veterans and promoting awareness about the historical importance of airborne operations in the U.S. military.