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S.Res. 537 · 119TH CONGRESS

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.

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Honors the service of two West Virginia National Guard members killed in a D.C. attack and condemns the violence against them.

AI summary based on the official CRS summary on Congress.gov.

What it does

This resolution honors the service and sacrifice of United States Army Specialist Sarah Beckstrom and United States Air Force Staff Sergeant Andrew Wolfe, members of the West Virginia National Guard who were killed in an attack in Washington, D.C. It expresses sympathy and support for their families while recognizing the bravery of other National Guard members and first responders present at the scene. Additionally, the resolution formally condemns the attack that occurred on November 26, 2025.

Who is affected

This resolution specifically affects the families of U.S. Army Specialist Sarah Beckstrom and U.S. Air Force Staff Sergeant Andrew Wolfe, to whom the Senate extends sympathy and support. It also recognizes members of the West Virginia National Guard and first responders who were present during or responded to the attack in Washington, D.C. on November 26, 2025.

Key provisions

  • Honoring Specialist Sarah Beckstrom and Staff Sergeant Andrew Wolfe. The resolution recognizes the service and sacrifice of these West Virginia National Guard members following a fatal attack in Washington, D.C., on November 26, 2025.
  • Support for families and fellow service members. The measure extends formal sympathy and gratitude to the families of the victims and honors the bravery of other National Guard members present at the scene.
  • Condemnation of the attack and recognition of responders. The resolution officially condemns the attack and expresses appreciation for the actions taken by first responders and National Guard personnel.

Fiscal impact

Not applicable: No CBO cost estimate available

Effective dates

Not applicable: Official Summary does not address effective dates

Relationship to existing law

Not applicable: Bill establishes wholly new authority with no reference to prior law

Stated purpose

This resolution intends to honor the service and sacrifice of West Virginia National Guard members Specialist Sarah Beckstrom and Staff Sergeant Andrew Wolfe following the attack on November 26, 2025. It further aims to condemn the attack, express gratitude for the bravery of first responders and other National Guard members on the scene, and extend support to the families of the victims.