Honoring the sacrifice of Marine Corps Lance Corporal David L. Espinoza, Marine Corps Sergeant Nicole L. Gee, Marine Corps Staff Sergeant Darin Taylor Hoover, Army Staff Sergeant Ryan Christian Knauss, Marine Corps Corporal Hunter Lopez, Marine Corps Lance Corporal Rylee J. McCollum, Marine Corps Lance Corporal Dylan R. Merola, Marine Corps Lance Corporal Kareem M. Nikoui, Marine Corps Corporal Daegan W. Page, Marine Corps Sergeant Johanny Rosario, Marine Corps Corporal Humberto A. Sanchez, Marine Corps Lance Corporal Jared M. Schmitz, and Navy Petty Officer Third Class Maxton W. Soviak.
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Latest Action · August 26, 2025
Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.
This joint resolution honors 13 U.S. servicemembers who died in the August 26, 2021, bombing at Abbey Gate in Kabul, Afghanistan, during the withdrawal of American forces. The resolution designates August 26 as a National Day of Remembrance for these military personnel—12 Marines, one Army soldier, and one Navy sailor—who lost their lives protecting thousands of civilians from the Taliban. Congress expresses its deepest condolences to the Gold Star Families of those killed and recognizes their sacrifice in service to the nation. The resolution carries no fiscal cost or specific timeline beyond the annual observance date, and it serves as an official congressional tribute to ensure their memory and service are not forgotten.
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