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[Congressional Bills 119th Congress] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [S. Res. 838 Agreed to Senate (ATS)]
119th CONGRESS 2d Session S. RES. 838
Commemorating the first anniversary of the mass shooting at Fort Stewart, Georgia, on August 6, 2025.
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IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES
August 6, 2026
Mr. Ossoff (for himself and Mr. Warnock) submitted the following resolution; which was considered and agreed to
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RESOLUTION
Commemorating the first anniversary of the mass shooting at Fort Stewart, Georgia, on August 6, 2025.
Whereas, on August 6, 2025, 5 soldiers at Fort Stewart, Georgia, were shot and wounded by a fellow soldier; Whereas all 5 victims survived the attack; Whereas unarmed soldiers responded immediately to subdue the shooter and to render first aid to the victims, saving lives and preventing further tragedy; Whereas the unarmed soldiers acted selflessly, putting their own lives at risk; and Whereas the Fort Stewart community has remained valiant and supportive since the incident: Now, therefore, be it Resolved, That the Senate-- (1) recognizes and honors the victims of the shooting; (2) commends the actions of the Fort Stewart soldiers that responded to subdue the shooter; (3) commends the bravery of the first responders; (4) acknowledges those that continue to support the Fort Stewart community in the wake of the shooting, including religious leaders and mental health care providers; and (5) expresses support for the victims, their families, and the Fort Stewart community.