Protecting Civil Rights Ship Names

Summary#

This Senate resolution supports naming John Lewis-class Navy fleet replenishment oilers after civil rights leaders. It urges the Department of Defense not to change the names of those ships.

What it means for you#

The resolution expresses the Senate’s position on the ship names. It does not describe a direct change to services or benefits for the public.

Expenses#

No publicly available information.

Proponents' View#

The resolution says the names honor civil rights leaders and their contributions to a more equal and just United States.

Opponents' View#

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