Reaffirming the importance of the United States promoting the safety, health, and well-being of refugees and displaced persons in the United States and around the world.

House Resolution

H.Res. 533

119th Congress

Reaffirming the importance of the United States promoting the safety, health, and well-being of refugees and displaced persons in the United States and around the world.

In Committee

Introduced:Jun 23, 2025

Primary Sponsor

Daniel Webster

Representative

Republican

FL-11

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0

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Policy Area

Armed Forces and National Security

Summary

This resolution commends the U.S. Navy's decision to rename the USS Chancellorsville to the USS Robert Smalls, honoring the remarkable life and achievements of Robert Smalls, an enslaved man who escaped to the Union side during the Civil War and later served as a legislator.

Latest Action

Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.

SponsorDaniel Webster (R-FL)

Introduced6/23/2025

StatusReferred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committee on the Judiciary, for

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Reaffirming the importance of the United States promoting the safety, health, and well-being of refugees and displaced persons in the United States and around the world.

This resolution commends the U.S. Navy's decision to rename the USS Chancellorsville to the USS Robert Smalls, honoring the remarkable life and achievements of Robert Smalls, an enslaved man who escaped to the Union side during the Civil War and later served a

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This resolution commends the U.S. Navy's decision to rename the USS Chancellorsville to the USS Robert Smalls, honoring the remarkable life and achievements of Robert Smalls, an enslaved man who escaped to the Union side during the Civil War and later served as a legislator.

Bill Number: 533
Sponsor: Daniel Webster (R-FL)
Introduced: 6/23/2025
Status: Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committee on the Judiciary, for
Policy Area: Armed Forces and National Security

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Title: Reaffirming the importance of the United States promoting the safety, health, and well-being of refugees and displaced persons in the United States and around the world.
Bill Number: 533
Sponsor: Daniel Webster (R-FL)
Status: Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committee on the Judiciary, for
Introduced: 6/23/2025
Summary: This resolution commends the U.S. Navy's decision to rename the USS Chancellorsville to the USS Robert Smalls, honoring the remarkable life and achievements of Robert Smalls, an enslaved man who escaped to the Union side during the Civil War and later served as a legislator.

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Plain-English explanation of this bill

This resolution commends the U.S. Navy's decision to rename the USS Chancellorsville to the USS Robert Smalls, honoring the remarkable life and achievements of Robert Smalls, an enslaved man who escaped to the Union side during the Civil War and later served as a legislator.

Last updated: 12/30/2025

Official Summary

Congressional Research Service summary

This resolution commends and supports the name change of the USS Chancellorsville to the USS Robert Smalls in recognition of Robert Smalls' contributions to American history, including his actions during the Civil War and subsequent accomplishments as a legislator. The resolution also requests that a copy of this resolution be transmitted to the Department of the Navy and the commanding officers of the USS Robert Smalls.

Key Points

Main provisions of the bill

The resolution recognizes Robert Smalls' heroic actions during the Civil War, when he commandeered a Confederate steamship and delivered it to the Union, helping end slavery.
After the war, Smalls went on to serve in the South Carolina state legislature and the U.S. House of Representatives, becoming an influential leader and advocate for civil rights.
The resolution requests that the Department of the Navy and the commanding officers of the USS Robert Smalls be notified of this congressional action.

How This Impacts Americans

Potential effects on citizens and communities

This resolution would have a symbolic impact, honoring the legacy of an important historical figure and celebrating the U.S. Navy's decision to rename one of its ships after Robert Smalls. It recognizes Smalls' significant contributions to American history and the ongoing efforts to promote diversity and inclusion in the armed forces.

Policy Areas

Primary Policy Area

Armed Forces and National Security

Scope & Jurisdiction

Jurisdiction Level

federal

Congressional Session

119th Congress

Citation Reference

533, 119th Congress (2025). "Reaffirming the importance of the United States promoting the safety, health, and well-being of refugees and displaced persons in the United States and around the world.". Source: Voter's Right Platform. https://votersright.org/bills/118-hres-533

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