A resolution commending the crew members of the United States Navy destroyers of DesRon 61 for their heroism, intrepidity, and skill in action in the only naval surface engagement occurring inside Tokyo Bay during World War II.
Latest action (15 Oct 1998): Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.
What this bill does
S.Res. 308 is a simple resolution introduced in the 105th Congress by Sen. Christopher Dodd (D-CT). As stated in its title, its purpose is to commend the crew members of the United States Navy destroyers of Destroyer Squadron 61 (DesRon 61) for their heroism, intrepidity, and skill in a naval surface engagement inside Tokyo Bay during World War II. The full text of the resolution has not been made available in the materials provided, so the specific language, findings, or details it contains beyond this stated purpose are not known.
Because this is a commendatory resolution, it primarily affects the individuals being honored—the Navy crew members of DesRon 61—by formally recognizing their service and actions during World War II. Simple resolutions of this kind do not carry the force of law, do not create new legal obligations, and do not directly affect the broader public; they serve as a formal expression of the Senate's sentiment.
Procedurally, the resolution was submitted, considered, and agreed to without amendment, with a preamble, by unanimous consent in the Senate on October 15, 1998. As a simple resolution, it requires action only in the Senate; it does not go to the House of Representatives or the President for signature. With its passage on that date, the legislative process for this measure is complete, and no further action is expected.
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Official summary
Commends the members of the crews of the U.S. Navy destroyers of DesRon 61 who participated in the July 22, 1945, surface naval engagement in Tokyo Bay for their heroism, intrepidity, and skill in battle that contributed to the defeat of Japanese forces in World War II.
Timeline
15 Oct 1998
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.
Common questions
- What does S.Res. 308 do?
- S.Res. 308 is a simple resolution introduced in the 105th Congress by Sen. Christopher Dodd (D-CT). As stated in its title, its purpose is to commend the crew members of the United States Navy destroyers of Destroyer Squadron 61 (DesRon 61) for their heroism, intrepidity, and skill in a naval surface engagement inside Tokyo Bay during World War II. The full text of the resolution has not been made available in the materials provided, so the specific language, findings, or details it contains beyond this stated purpose are not known. Because this is a commendatory resolution, it primarily affects the individuals being honored—the Navy crew members of DesRon 61—by formally recognizing their service and actions during World War II. Simple resolutions of this kind do not carry the force of law, do not create new legal obligations, and do not directly affect the broader public; they serve as a formal expression of the Senate's sentiment. Procedurally, the resolution was submitted, considered, and agreed to without amendment, with a preamble, by unanimous consent in the Senate on October 15, 1998. As a simple resolution, it requires action only in the Senate; it does not go to the House of Representatives or the President for signature. With its passage on that date, the legislative process for this measure is complete, and no further action is expected.
- Has S.Res. 308 become law?
- Yes. S.Res. 308 has been enacted. Status last updated 15 Oct 1998.
- Who sponsored S.Res. 308?
- S.Res. 308 was sponsored by Sen. Christopher Dodd [D-CT, 1981-2010] (Democrat-CT), with 2 cosponsors.
- What's the latest action on S.Res. 308?
- Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (15 Oct 1998).
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