H.Res. 1129 is a commemorative resolution honoring six military members who died on March 12, 2026, when their KC-135 Stratotanker crashed during a refueling mission over western Iraq in support of Operation Epic Fury. The fallen airmen were Major John A. Klinner, Major Ariana G. Savino, Captain Seth R. Koval, Captain Curtis J. Angst, Master Sergeant Tyler H. Simmons, and Technical Sergeant Ashley B. Pruitt, serving with the 121st Air Refueling Wing based in Columbus, Ohio, and the 99th Air Refueling Squadron based in Birmingham, Alabama. The resolution, introduced by Ohio Representatives Balderson, Taylor, and Carey, expresses the House's recognition of their service and sacrifice, pledges that their memory will not be forgotten, and extends condolences to their families. This is a ceremonial measure with no funding or policy changes, serving purely to formally honor these service members and acknowledge their contributions to the nation.
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