HRES 869119th CongressIn Committee

Commemorating the 50th anniversary of the sinking of the S.S. Edmund Fitzgerald.

Introduced: Nov 10, 2025

Sponsor: Rep. Bergman, Jack [R-MI-1] (R-Michigan)

Economy & TaxesInfrastructureLabor & Employment

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This resolution commemorates the 50th anniversary of the S.S. Edmund Fitzgerald's sinking in Lake Superior on November 10, 1975, honoring the 29 crew members lost and recognizing the vessel's historical significance as the largest Great Lakes freighter while highlighting its economic contributions and resulting maritime safety advancements.

Key Points

1The resolution marks the 50th anniversary of the Edmund Fitzgerald's sinking during a violent storm with 30-foot waves that killed all 29 crew members near Whitefish Point.
2It acknowledges the ship's legacy as the largest Great Lakes freighter at launch and its role in sustaining American heartland industries through maritime commerce.
3The text credits the tragedy with driving critical maritime safety improvements including vessel design standards, weather forecasting systems, navigation technology, and crew training protocols.

Impact Areas

Great Lakes shipping industry and maritime workersFamilies of the 29 deceased crew membersMaritime safety regulations and vessel inspection standardsHistorical preservation organizations and museums

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