SRES 361119th CongressIntroduced

A resolution designating August 16, 2025, "National Airborne Day".

Introduced: Jul 31, 2025

Defense & National Security

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This is a non-binding Senate resolution designating August 16, 2025, as “National Airborne Day.” The resolution traces the history and valor of United States airborne forces—from the Army Parachute Test Platoon and the first official jump on August 16, 1940, through World War II and into recent decades—highlighting the contributions of airborne units across multiple conflicts and missions. It declares the date as a national observance and asks the American people to mark the day with appropriate programs, ceremonies, and activities. As a resolution, it expresses the Senate’s recognition and does not create new laws or authorize spending.

Key Points

1Designates August 16, 2025, as “National Airborne Day.”
2Provides a historical narrative of airborne forces, starting with the 1940 Army Parachute Test Platoon and the first jump on August 16, 1940, and detailing their evolution and service in major conflicts and operations.
3Highlights the enduring role of airborne units, including the reactivation of the 11th Airborne Division in 2022 and their involvement in Arctic and Indo-Pacific priorities.
4Acknowledges the wide range of airborne-capable units across services (Army, Marine Corps, Navy, Air Force, and special operations) and honors veterans and active-duty members for their service and valor.
5Encourages the public to observe National Airborne Day through programs, ceremonies, and activities; does not mandate funding or create new regulatory requirements.

Impact Areas

Primary group/area affected: Members and veterans of United States airborne forces and their families; airborne-related unit communities and veterans organizations.Secondary group/area affected: General public, educators, museums, and organizations involved in public commemorations and patriotic observances.Additional impacts: Potential inspiration for school and community programs, media coverage, and ceremonial events; no fiscal impact or new regulatory authority is created.

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