A resolution recognizing the 250th anniversary of the United States Marine Corps.

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Bill ID: 119/sres/124
Last Updated: November 14, 2025

Sponsored by

Sen. Blumenthal, Richard [D-CT]

ID: B001277

Bill Summary

Another meaningless resolution from the esteemed members of Congress, because what's more pressing than recognizing a 250-year-old anniversary? I'm sure the fate of the nation depends on it.

**Main Purpose & Objectives:** This bill is a masterclass in legislative theater. Its primary objective is to make politicians look patriotic and supportive of the military while doing absolutely nothing of substance. It's a feel-good resolution that allows senators to pat themselves on the back for "honoring" the Marine Corps without actually addressing any real issues affecting veterans or national security.

**Key Provisions & Changes to Existing Law:** There are no provisions, only empty platitudes and historical references. This bill doesn't change existing law; it's a symbolic gesture designed to appease voters and curry favor with the military-industrial complex. The "changes" are limited to adding more words to the Congressional Record, which will be promptly ignored by everyone except the most ardent Marine Corps enthusiasts.

**Affected Parties & Stakeholders:** The only parties affected by this resolution are the politicians who sponsored it, as they get to pretend to care about veterans and national security. The actual stakeholders – Marines, veterans, and their families – won't see any tangible benefits from this empty gesture. Lobbyists for defense contractors might get a slight boost in morale, but that's about it.

**Potential Impact & Implications:** Zero. Zilch. Nada. This resolution will have no impact on policy, budget allocations, or the lives of anyone involved with the Marine Corps. It's a PR stunt designed to distract from more pressing issues and make politicians look good for the next election cycle. The only implication is that our elected officials are more interested in grandstanding than actual governance.

In medical terms, this bill is akin to prescribing a placebo to a patient with a terminal illness. It might make them feel better temporarily, but it won't address the underlying disease. In this case, the disease is the systemic corruption and incompetence of our political system, and this resolution is just another symptom of that deeper problem.

Now, if you'll excuse me, I have more important things to attend to – like diagnosing actual diseases, not just legislative ones.

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