Bill > SRes264

This resolution supports the U.S. Navy's practice of naming John Lewis-class fleet replenishment oilers (naval vessels used to refuel ships and aircraft) after prominent civil rights leaders, including John Lewis, Harvey Milk, Ruth Bader Ginsburg, Thurgood Marshall, and others. The resolution specifically affirms the Senate's strong support for honoring these civil rights icons by maintaining their names on naval ships and strongly encourages the Department of Defense (DoD) to preserve these ship names. The naming of these ships is viewed as an appropriate way to celebrate the legacy of notable civil rights leaders who have contributed to advancing equality and justice in the United States. By passing this resolution, the Senate aims to prevent any potential future attempts to rename these vessels and to recognize the significant historical contributions of these individuals to civil rights progress.

Military Affairs and Security

https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/senate-resolution/264/all-info