WASHINGTON — Today, Congressman Ronny Jackson (TX-13), Co-Chair of the Special Operations Forces (SOF) Caucus and Chairman of the House Armed Services Committee’s Intelligence and Special Operations Subcommittee, introduced a joint resolution expressing support for May 5 through May 8, 2025, to be designated as SOF Week. SOF personnel play a vital role in defending the United States’ national security interests in some of the most challenging and dangerous environments throughout the world. This designation would recognize the critical importance of our SOF and honor the courage, commitment, and unique challenges faced by members of the Special Operations community. Senator Joni Ernst (R-IA), Chairwoman of the Senate Committee on Armed Service’s Subcommittee on Emerging Threats and Capabilities, is leading this joint resolution in the Senate.
“As Co-Chair of the Special Operations Forces (SOF) Caucus and Chairman of the House Armed Services Committee’s Subcommittee on Intelligence and Special Operations, I am honored to advocate for the most lethal and capable force on the planet,” said SOF Caucus Co-Chair Rep. Ronny Jackson. “We place immense responsibility on SOF as they face increasing demands to counter our foreign adversaries. This Caucus gives us a valuable opportunity to ensure our Special Operators have everything they need to protect American interests and remain the most elite force in the world.”
“From Fort Bragg to Naval Base Coronado and everywhere in between, the men and women of U.S. Special Operations Forces (SOF) are a critical part of our national security, playing indispensable roles in unconventional warfare, counterterrorism, training our allies, and undertaking dangerous missions in some of the most hostile environments in the world,” said SOF Caucus Co-Chair Richard Hudson. “As Fort Bragg’s Congressman, I am proud to represent these heroes and lead this legislation to support and honor the SOF community’s service to our country.”
"Our Special Operations Forces play a critical role in our national defense, executing the missions that no one else can,” said SOF Caucus Co-Chair Rep. Scott Peters. “I am lucky to represent Coronado in Congress, which is home to Naval Special Warfare's Headquarters and where future Navy SEALs are made. These servicemembers and their families need the best America can provide — quality of life, training, equipment, facilities, and so much more — I've used my time in Congress to ensure the SEALs have this support in D.C. and to amplify the local challenges the SEAL community faces in Coronado, such as cross-border sewage flows into their training areas. This resolution recognizes what we all know in San Diego— that the SEALs, the rest of the SOF enterprise, and their families, deserve the best, whether they are here at home or serving the nation abroad."
“The extraordinary Special Operations Forces (SOF) deserve recognition and thanks for their service to America. SOF are the quiet professionals—elite service members who take on the toughest missions with bravery and skill,” said SOF Caucus Co-Chair Rep. Kathy Castor. “As Co-Chair of the bipartisan Congressional SOF Caucus and the hometown representative of U.S. Special Operations Command, which is headquartered in Tampa, I am honored to co-lead this resolution. SOF Week brings together military leaders, industry and allies to advance our national security with cutting-edge innovation. Together with my SOF Caucus Co-Chairs, we’re working to ensure that special operators have the resources, care, and recognition they deserve—from top-tier training and equipment to high-quality health care and family support.”
“Our special operators represent the very best of our nation’s force. In this era of Great Power Competition, they play a critical role in defending our country,” said Senator Joni Ernst. “As Chair of the Emerging Threats and Capabilities subcommittee, I’m proud to honor their vital contribution to countering the evolving threats of the 21st Century and keeping Americans safe.”
Bill text can be found here.
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