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Honoring Alene Duerk: Congress Urges Naming Navy Ship After First Female Admiral.

This bill expresses the opinion of Congress that the Secretary of the Navy should name a vessel after Rear Admiral Alene Duerk. This is a symbolic act recognizing her historic achievement as the first woman to become a flag officer and her service during World War II. The legislation does not change citizens' rights or finances but serves to commemorate military history and female pioneers.
Key points
Congress recommends naming a U.S. Navy vessel the U.S.S. Rear Admiral Alene Duerk.
The recognition honors her service, including treating casualties during WWII and becoming the first female flag officer in 1972.
The act is symbolic and does not introduce changes to civil law or taxation.
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Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_6198
Sponsor: Rep. Kaptur, Marcy [D-OH-9]
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Rear Admiral Alene Duerk Ship Renaming Act of 2025

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_6198.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Congress recommends naming a U.S. Navy vessel the U.S.S. Rear Admiral Alene Duerk.
  • The recognition honors her service, including treating casualties during WWII and becoming the first female flag officer in 1972.
  • The act is symbolic and does not introduce changes to civil law or taxation.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Kaptur, Marcy [D-OH-9].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-23.

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