SRES537-119

Introduced

A resolution honoring the service and sacrifice of United States Army Specialist Sarah Beckstrom and United States Air Force Staff Sergeant Andrew Wolfe, who were tragically shot in Washington, D.C., in a targeted assault against United States service members on November 26, 2025.

119th Congress Introduced Dec 9, 2025

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Summary

What This Bill Does

This Senate resolution honors the memory and service of US Army Specialist Sarah Beckstrom of the West Virginia National Guard, who died in an attack, and honors Staff Sergeant Andrew Wolfe who was also affected by the same attack. The resolution condemns the violent assault on service members in the nation's capital.

Who Benefits and How

The Beckstrom and Wolfe families receive formal recognition and sympathy from the US Senate. National Guard members who responded bravely are honored for their courage. The resolution provides symbolic recognition and support but imposes no direct economic benefits or costs.

Who Bears the Burden and How

This is a commemorative resolution with no regulatory, financial, or compliance burdens. No individuals or industries face any costs or obligations.

Key Provisions

  • Honors the memory and sacrifice of Specialist Sarah Beckstrom
  • Honors the service and sacrifice of Staff Sergeant Andrew Wolfe
  • Extends sympathy to the Beckstrom and Wolfe families
  • Condemns the violent attack on service members in Washington DC
  • Recognizes the bravery of National Guard members and first responders

Evidence Chain:

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At a Glance

What This Bill Does

Commemorative resolution honoring the memory of Army Specialist Sarah Beckstrom, honoring Staff Sergeant Andrew Wolfe, and condemning an attack on National Guard members in Washington DC

Who Benefits

  • Beckstrom Family
  • Wolfe Family
  • West Virginia National Guard

Key Policy Areas

Defense, Commemorative, National Guard

Primary Purpose

Commemorative resolution honoring the memory of Army Specialist Sarah Beckstrom, honoring Staff Sergeant Andrew Wolfe, and condemning an attack on National Guard members in Washington DC

Policy Domains

Defense Commemorative National Guard

Legislative Strategy

"Formal Senate recognition and condolence for service members affected by an attack"

Legislative Progress

Introduced
Introduced Committee Passed
Dec 9, 2025

Mrs. Capito (for herself and Mr. Justice) submitted the following …

Dec 9, 2025

Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment …

Dec 9, 2025

Passed/agreed to in Senate: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and …

Dec 9, 2025

Introduced in Senate

Bill Structure & Actor Mappings

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Domains
Defense Commemorative

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