A resolution recognizing the 80th anniversary of the commencement of continuous operations of Stars and Stripes in the Pacific and the invaluable service of the Stars and Stripes as the "hometown newspaper" for members of the Armed Forces, civilian employees, and family members stationed around the world.

Senate Resolution

S.Res. 539

119th Congress

A resolution recognizing the 80th anniversary of the commencement of continuous operations of Stars and Stripes in the Pacific and the invaluable service of the Stars and Stripes as the "hometown newspaper" for members of the Armed Forces, civilian employees, and family members stationed around the world.

Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimou

Introduced:Dec 9, 2025

Primary Sponsor

Ruben Gallego

D - AZ

Cosponsors

1

Quick Stats

Policy Area

Armed Forces and National Security

Summary

This bipartisan resolution commemorates the 80th anniversary of Stars and Stripes continuous operations in the Pacific (since May 14, 1945). It honors the military newspaper's service from the Civil War through World War II to present conflicts, noting it now reaches 1.4 million readers daily through digital platforms.

Latest Action

Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S8580; text: CR S8580)

AI Summary

Plain-English explanation of this bill

This bipartisan resolution commemorates the 80th anniversary of Stars and Stripes continuous operations in the Pacific (since May 14, 1945). It honors the military newspaper's service from the Civil War through World War II to present conflicts, noting it now reaches 1.4 million readers daily through digital platforms.

Last updated: 12/26/2025

Key Points

Main provisions of the bill

Commemorates 80th anniversary of Stars and Stripes Pacific operations (May 14, 1945)
Stars and Stripes began printing in Tokyo on October 3, 1945
Newspaper has covered every conflict since WWII (Korea, Vietnam, Iraq, Afghanistan)
President Truman called it "a cherished and important soldier's institution"
Now reaches 1.4 million readers daily through digital platforms
Bipartisan: Sen. Gallego (D-AZ) and Sen. Sullivan (R-AK) sponsors

How This Impacts Americans

Potential effects on citizens and communities

Military community's "hometown newspaper" receives congressional recognition. Stars and Stripes journalists and staff are honored. Independent military journalism is validated. Digital transformation of military news is acknowledged.

Policy Areas

Primary Policy Area

Armed Forces and National Security

Related Subjects

Commemorative events and holidays

Congressional tributes

Military personnel and dependents

News media and reporting

Scope & Jurisdiction

Jurisdiction Level

federal

Congressional Session

119th Congress

Citation Reference

539, 119th Congress (2025). "A resolution recognizing the 80th anniversary of the commencement of continuous operations of Stars and Stripes in the Pacific and the invaluable service of the Stars and Stripes as the "hometown newspaper" for members of the Armed Forces, civilian employees, and family members stationed around the world.". Source: Voter's Right Platform. https://votersright.org/bills/119-sres-539