June 30, 2026
Mr. Sessions submitted the following concurrent resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform, and in addition to the Committees on the Judiciary, Armed Services, Transportation and Infrastructure, Veterans' Affairs, Homeland Security, and Intelligence (Permanent Select), for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned
Recognizing the 25th anniversary of the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001, honoring the memory of the victims, recognizing the courage and sacrifice of the heroes who answered the call to serve, acknowledging the charitable organizations that continue to support survivors and victims’ families, and reaffirming the enduring commitment of the United States to defend freedom and never forget.
Whereas, on September 11, 2001, 19 terrorists affiliated with al-Qaeda hijacked four commercial aircraft and carried out coordinated attacks against the United States, resulting in the deaths of 2,977 innocent victims, excluding the terrorists, making September 11 the deadliest terrorist attack in the history of the United States;
Whereas nearly every American remembers where they were on that tragic day, when the Nation came under attack and innocent lives were forever changed;
Whereas among those who made the ultimate sacrifice were 343 firefighters of the Fire Department of the City of New York, 72 law enforcement officers, 8 emergency medical technicians and paramedics, and 55 members of the Armed Forces at the Pentagon, who courageously rushed toward danger in an effort to save the lives of others;
Whereas the passengers and crew of United Airlines Flight 93 demonstrated extraordinary courage by confronting the terrorists, sacrificing their own lives, and preventing an attack on another intended target;
Whereas countless firefighters, police officers, emergency medical personnel, construction workers, medical professionals, search and rescue teams, members of the Armed Forces, intelligence professionals, and volunteers risked their lives in the rescue, recovery, and relief efforts following the attacks;
Whereas the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001, led thousands of Americans to answer the call to military service, and many members of the Armed Forces made the ultimate sacrifice in defense of the United States during the Global War on Terror;
Whereas thousands of survivors, first responders, recovery workers, military veterans, and the families of those lost continue to bear the physical, emotional, and psychological effects of the attacks and their aftermath;
Whereas the American people responded to unimaginable tragedy with extraordinary courage, compassion, resilience, and unity, demonstrating the enduring strength of the Nation;
Whereas for 25 years charitable organizations, nonprofit foundations, faith-based organizations, and community groups have faithfully served survivors, the families of those who perished, first responders, veterans, and Gold Star families by providing financial assistance, housing, medical care, counseling, educational scholarships, adaptive homes, memorial programs, and long-term support;
Whereas countless national and local organizations have preserved the memory of those lost while ensuring that survivors, first responders, military families, and victims’ loved ones are never forgotten;
Whereas the selfless work of these organizations reflects the highest ideals of the American people by transforming remembrance into lasting acts of service;
Whereas the 25th anniversary of September 11 provides an opportunity to remember those who perished, honor those who served, comfort those who continue to grieve, and recommit ourselves to defending the freedoms that unite us as Americans; and
Whereas future generations must be taught the history and lessons of September 11, 2001, so that the courage, sacrifice, resilience, and unity displayed on that day will never be forgotten: Now, therefore, be it
That Congress—
(1)
recognizes the 25th anniversary of the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001;
(2)
honors the memory of the 2,977 innocent victims who lost their lives in New York, at the Pentagon, and in Shanksville, Pennsylvania;
(3)
expresses its deepest gratitude to the firefighters, law enforcement officers, emergency medical personnel, members of the Armed Forces, intelligence professionals, volunteers, and all those who courageously responded to the attacks and their aftermath;
(4)
honors the passengers and crew of United Airlines Flight 93 for their extraordinary heroism and selfless sacrifice;
(5)
recognizes the service and sacrifice of the members of the United States Armed Forces, veterans, Gold Star families, and all those who defended the Nation in the years following September 11, 2001;
(6)
recognizes the invaluable work of charitable organizations, nonprofit foundations, and community groups that continue to care for survivors, first responders, veterans, and the families of the victims while preserving the memory of those lost;
(7)
encourages all Americans to observe the 25th anniversary of September 11 through remembrance, acts of service, moments of reflection, and renewed appreciation for the blessings of liberty and the sacrifices made to preserve it; and
(8)
reaffirms the unwavering commitment of the United States to defend the Nation against terrorism, uphold the principles of freedom and democracy, and ensure that the victims and heroes of September 11, 2001, are never forgotten.