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.

Summary of Senate Resolution Honoring USS Massachusetts (SSN-798)

This is a resolution — a formal statement from the U.S. Senate — honoring the USS Massachusetts, a Virginia-class nuclear-powered submarine, and the crew members who serve aboard her. The resolution marks the historic occasion of the submarine's commissioning ceremony, which is the official event that formally places a new naval vessel into active service in the U.S. Navy. The commissioning is scheduled to take place on March 28, 2026.

Virginia-class submarines are among the most advanced attack submarines in the U.S. naval fleet, designed for a wide range of missions including intelligence gathering, special operations support, and national defense. By passing this resolution, the Senate would be officially recognizing and celebrating this milestone for the ship and acknowledging the dedication and service of the men and women assigned to her crew.

This type of resolution is largely ceremonial in nature and does not create new laws, allocate funding, or change any existing government policies. It primarily affects the Navy and the crew of the USS Massachusetts by giving them formal congressional recognition. Resolutions like this are a traditional way for Congress to honor significant military achievements and the people who serve in the armed forces.