S.Res. 593 · Where this bill is now
Adopted
Senate: Adopted Jan 29, 2026, by unanimous consent
What this bill does
In plain words · AI-written from the official summaryHonoring victims of Potomac River plane collision
This resolution pays tribute to those who died in a mid-air collision near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport on January 29, 2025. It offers condolences to their families and loved ones, and recognizes the courage and skill of first responders, emergency workers, military members, medical professionals, and investigators who helped with rescue and recovery. The resolution also expresses a commitment to using the safety lessons from this incident to prevent future accidents.
How it affects you
This is a ceremonial resolution that honors the memory of those who died and acknowledges those who responded to the tragedy. It doesn't change laws or create new programs, but it reflects Congress expressing sympathy for the families affected and a shared commitment to aviation safety.
Read the official summary (Passed Senate, Jan 29, 2026)
This resolution honors the memory of the victims of the Potomac River mid-air collision near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport on January 29, 2025, and offers condolences to the families, loved ones, and friends of those who lost their lives in the incident.
It also (1) acknowledges the bravery and professionalism of the first responders and emergency personnel, servicemembers, medical professionals, and investigators who assisted in the rescue and recovery efforts; and (2) expresses a commitment to translating the safety lessons learned from the collision into action.
Written by AI (Claude) using only the official summary by the Congressional Research Service, the Library of Congress’s nonpartisan research staff. It can miss nuance, so check the official summary and the bill text for details.
2nd SessionS.Res. 593
RESOLUTION
A resolution honoring the victims of the 2025 Potomac River mid-air collision.
Sponsor: Sen. Roger Marshall (R-KS) · Introduced Jan 29, 2026 · Transportation and Public Works · 1 version of the text
Sources: Congress.gov actions and votes · bill text from GovInfo · latest official action Jan 29, 2026: “Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S397; text: CR S381-382)”