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119 · HRES 983 Recognizing the 30th anniversary of the first flight of the F/A-18 E1 Super Hornet from Lambert Field in St. Louis, Missouri, and the 30 years of service of the F/A-18E/F Super Hornet to the United States Navy and to allies of the United States.

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A short, neutral explainer of H. Res. 983: a symbolic House resolution honoring 30 years of the Navy’s F/A‑18E/F Super Hornet, introduced January 8, 2026, and currently in the House Armed Services Committee.

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09 Jan 2026
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09 Jan 2026
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Headline Summary

A bipartisan House resolution to honor the 30th anniversary of the Navy’s F/A‑18E/F Super Hornet and recognize the service of its pilots, crews, and maintainers.

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What It Does

This is a commemorative resolution (not a law-changing bill). It marks 30 years since the Super Hornet’s first flight and acknowledges the aircraft’s role in U.S. naval aviation, including milestones, operations, and training. It expresses appreciation for Navy aircrews and maintenance teams and, if adopted, directs the House Clerk to send a ceremonial copy to the National Museum of Transportation in St. Louis.

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Who’s For It

  • Sponsors: Rep. Ann Wagner (R‑MO) and Rep. Ted Lieu (D‑CA), indicating bipartisan backing.
  • Likely supporters: Members representing Navy communities, defense‑industry districts (e.g., St. Louis manufacturing), and lawmakers who back military recognition measures, citing morale, heritage, and community pride.
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Who’s Against It

  • No organized opposition identified at this early stage.
  • Possible critiques: symbolic use of floor time; association with defense contractors; preference for focusing on operational or oversight issues rather than commemorations.
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What’s Next

As of January 9, 2026, the resolution has been referred to the House Armed Services Committee (submitted January 8, 2026). Next steps could include no further action, a committee markup, or placement on the House floor for a vote. If adopted, the recognition takes effect as the sense of the House only; it does not move to the Senate or the President.

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