Senate Resolution No. 1226

BY: Senator STEC

COMMEMORATING the 250th Anniversary of the United
States Marine Corps

WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to recognize and
thank those who have served in times of active conflict, as well as
those who have served in times of peace, giving positive definition to
the profile of the American Armed Forces, and so profoundly
strengthening our Nation's shared commitment to the exercise of freedom;
and

WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its
long-standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to
commemorate 250th Anniversary of the United States Marine Corps on
Monday, November 10, 2025; and

WHEREAS, Founded on November 10, 1775, in Philadelphia,
Pennsylvania, the United States Marine Corps has served as the pinnacle
of dedication, determination, grit, pride, and intelligence for the past
two and a half centuries; and

WHEREAS, For 250 years, the United States Marine Corps has prided
itself on exemplifying its motto of "Semper Fidelis" or "Always
Faithful"; and

WHEREAS, On any given day, nearly 38,000 courageous Marines are
forward deployed around the globe, enabling the Corps to be the first on
the scene, first to lend help when needed, first to contain a brewing
crisis, and if required to do so, be the first to engage in combat in
any location for any duration of time; and

WHEREAS, As part of the Marine Corps' 250th Anniversary celebration,
the Marines Across America program is an initiative by the Marine Corps
Heritage Foundation and the Marine Corps to honor the extraordinary
impact of Marines in communities across all 50 states; from decorated
war heroes to influential leaders in business, public service,
education, and beyond, this initiative showcases the legacy of those who
have carried the values of honor, courage, and commitment into civilian
life; and

WHEREAS, The Marine Corps' birthday has been celebrated annually
since 1921, with events across the country to honor the special
occasion; one such event is being hosted by the Essex County
Leathernecks Marine Corps League Detachment No. 791 of New York, which
will commemorate the occasion with a 250th Birthday Ball on November 15,
2025; and

WHEREAS, Those proud individuals who have worn the Marines uniform
serve their Nation and their Corps through their lived examples of the
organization's ethos, leading the way in business and their communities,
and embodying the spirit of "Once a Marine, always a Marine"; and

WHEREAS, The dedication and sacrifices of our military personnel
ensures our continued role as a Nation in representing leadership,

upholding the ideals of democracy, and working to defend liberty for
people throughout the world; and

WHEREAS, Residents of this great State must never forget the courage
with which these Marines-past and present-served and continue to serve
their country, and must recognize that no greater debt is owed than that
owed to those who serve in our military, who gave their lives for our
beloved Nation, and to those who continue to be missing in action; and

WHEREAS, Having exhibited their patriotism both at home and abroad
over the course of the past 250 years, our Marines have unwaveringly
demonstrated, and continue to demonstrate, their love for their country
and merit forevermore the highest respect of their State and Nation; and

WHEREAS, Through its avowed commitment to those who have served in
the cause of America's freedom and prosperity, the occasion of the 250th
Anniversary of the United States Marine Corps serves as an opportunity
for this Legislative Body to express its deepest gratitude for those who
uphold and advance the spirit of high purpose, freedom, unity, and
security which unites Americans across this State and Nation; now,
therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
commemorate the 250th Anniversary of the United States Marine Corps on
November 10, 2025.