This resolution commemorates the 250th birthday of the United States Navy , acknowledging its establishment by the Continental Congress on October 13, 1775. It highlights the Navy's continuous role over two and a half centuries in protecting American interests, projecting values, and maintaining freedom of navigation globally. The resolution also recognizes the founders' foresight in constitutionally mandating a Navy for national strength and longevity. The Senate expresses profound appreciation to the men and women of the Navy , both active and retired, for their unwavering courage, skill, and dedication in defending the United States. It underscores the Navy's vital contributions to humanitarian missions, disaster relief, deterrence, and diplomacy, while also acknowledging its leadership in technological innovation and strategic deterrence. Finally, the resolution reaffirms the Senate's steadfast commitment to supporting the United States Navy as an essential component of national power and global stability.