SRES 651
A resolution honoring the USS Massachusetts (SSN-798) Virginia Class nuclear submarine and her crew on the historic occasion of her commissioning, on March 28, 2026.
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This resolution honors the USS Massachusetts (SSN-798), a new Virginia-class nuclear submarine, and its crew on the occasion of its commissioning on March 28, 2026. The resolution acknowledges the submarine’s connection to a long line of ships named USS Massachusetts and celebrates Massachusetts’ historical maritime tradition and naval service. It expresses good wishes for the submarine’s future service to the United States. The resolution specifically notes the submarine’s commissioning will take place in Boston Harbor.
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- Recognizes the historical significance of the USS Massachusetts (SSN-798) commissioning.
- Extends best wishes for good fortune to the submarine’s crew.
- Acknowledges Massachusetts’ rich maritime tradition.
- States the submarine’s commissioning will occur in Boston Harbor on March 28, 2026.
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- United States Navy
- Commonwealth of Massachusetts
- USS Massachusetts (SSN-798) crew
- Shipbuilders
- Citizens of the United States
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119th CONGRESS — 2d Session
S. RES. 651
IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES
RESOLUTION
Honoring the USS Massachusetts (SSN–798) Virginia Class nuclear submarine and her crew on the historic occasion of her commissioning, on March 28, 2026.
Whereas it has been more than 50 years since the last USS Massachusetts (BB–59) served the United States as a Ship of the Line;
Whereas the eighth United States Naval vessel to carry the name, the USS Massachusetts (SSN–798) will build upon the proud legacy of the previous 7 ships christened USS Massachusetts, representing a Commonwealth with claims on the birthplace of the United States Navy;
Whereas this warship will further underscore Massachusetts’ rich maritime tradition and naval service, and the commitment of its citizens by her motto, inspired by President Kennedy’s Inaugural Address, emblazoned on the ship’s crest, Pro Patria For Country
; and
Whereas, recognizing the profound significance of the commissioning of warship USS Massachusetts (SSN–798) on March 28, 2026, in its namesake, the Commonwealth of Massachusetts: Now, therefore, be it
That
the Senate—
extends its best wishes for good fortune for all those that sail aboard her, for fair winds and following seas during her service to the United States; and
service of the USS Massachusetts (SSN–798) shall commence with her commissioning in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts on March 28, 2026, in Boston Harbor.