H.Res. 828 is a symbolic resolution supporting the designation of October 26, 2025, as the "Day of the Deployed" to honor military service members stationed overseas and their families. The resolution recognizes the more than 2 million individuals currently serving in the U.S. Armed Forces, including hundreds of thousands deployed globally, and acknowledges their sacrifices in protecting national security since 2001. The measure calls on Americans to reflect on the service and courage of deployed troops and their families, and encourages communities to observe the day with appropriate ceremonies and activities. This is not binding legislation and carries no funding requirements; it aligns with the Senate's existing designation of October 26 as the Day of the Deployed since 2011, extending that recognition to the House level.
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