AI-assisted analysis based on the official CRS summary. Source version: Apr 8, 2026. Analysis updated: Sep 14, 2026.
01 — The Text
What.
- The bill requires the Department of Defense to authorize inclusion of 74 crew members of the USS Frank E. Evans on the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Wall in Washington, D.C.
- These crew members were killed on June 3, 1969.
- The USS Frank E. Evans was a U.S. naval vessel.
02 — The Stakes
So what?
- The bill would expand the names displayed on the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Wall to include these 74 sailors.
- The official summary does not document other effects, costs, timelines, or implementation details.
03 — The Path
Now what?
- The bill was introduced in the Senate on November 6, 2025.
- It was referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources on November 6, 2025.
- A subcommittee hearing was held on July 21, 2026 by the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources Subcommittee on National Parks.
- No further recorded action is documented.
Legislative History
Actions.
- Jul 21, 2026 — Committee on Energy and Natural Resources Subcommittee on National Parks. Hearings held.
- Nov 6, 2025 — Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources.
- Nov 6, 2025 — Introduced in Senate