Legislature(2025 - 2026)BELTZ 105 (TSBldg)
05/15/2025 03:30 PM Senate STATE AFFAIRS
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| SB107 | |
| SR3 | |
| HB17 | |
| HJR13 | |
| HCR6 | |
| SB160 | |
| Adjourn |
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| += | SB 160 | TELECONFERENCED | |
| += | SB 107 | TELECONFERENCED | |
| *+ | SR 3 | TELECONFERENCED | |
| *+ | HB 17 | TELECONFERENCED | |
| *+ | HJR 13 | TELECONFERENCED | |
| *+ | HCR 6 | TELECONFERENCED | |
HCR 6-US MARINE CORPS 250TH BIRTHDAY
4:12:33 PM
CHAIR KAWASAKI announced the consideration of CS FOR HOUSE
CONCURRENT RESOLUTION NO. 6(MLV) Commemorating the 250th
birthday of the United States Marine Corps.
4:13:11 PM
REPRESENTATIVE JUBILEE UNDERWOOD, District 27, Alaska State
Legislature, Juneau, Alaska, sponsor of HCR 6 read the
following:
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Chair Kawasaki, and committee members, thank you for
the opportunity to present House Concurrent Resolution
6, a bill to honor the 250th birthday of the United
States Marine Corps, a storied institution that has
defended our nation with unparalleled courage and
sacrifice since its founding on November 10, 1775.
This resolution celebrates the Marines' enduring
legacy of service, from the earliest battles of the
American Revolution to modern conflicts across the
globe. It recognizes their role as America's
expeditionary force, always ready to answer the call,
whether on land, sea, or air. As we approach this
historic milestone, we reflect on the values of honor,
courage, and commitment that define the Corps and
inspire generations.
To capture the spirit of the Marines, allow me to
share a few words from notable figures. Eleanor
Roosevelt, after visiting Marines during World War II,
is often quoted as saying, "The Marines I have seen
around the world have the cleanest bodies, the
filthiest minds, the highest morale, and the lowest
morals of any group of animals I have ever seen. Thank
God for the United States Marine Corps!" Though some
debate the exact wording, her admiration for their
spirit is undeniable.
President Ronald Reagan, in tribute to their impact,
said, "Some people spend an entire lifetime wondering
if they made a difference in the world. But, the
Marines don't have that problem." This speaks to the
profound legacy of every Marine who has served.
And from General John J. Pershing, we hear, "The
deadliest weapon in the world is a Marine and his
rifle!"a testament to the unmatched skill and resolve
of these warriors.
4:15:06 PM
REPRESENTATIVE UNDERWOOD continued with the summary for HCR 6:
House Concurrent Resolution 6 calls for statewide
commemoration of this milestone, encouraging Alaskans
to honor the Marines' contributions through
ceremonies, educational programs, and community
events. It is a chance to thank the Marines, past and
present, for their sacrifices and to reaffirm our
commitment to supporting them.
In summary, by passing this resolution, we are joining
Marines, their families, and friends throughout the
nation and the world in celebrating this historic
250th birthday milestone. We also remember those
Marines who have gone before us, who have helped shape
the nation and the Marine Corps that we have today,
many of whom gave the ultimate sacrifice for our
nation's defense. Let us honor their legacy with the
same fidelity they showedSemper Fidelis, always
faithful. Thank you.
4:16:01 PM
BUDDY WHITT, Staff, Representative Jubilee Underwood, Alaska
State Legislature, Juneau, Alaska, provided a presentation for
HCR 6 and moved to slide 2:
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The United States Marine Corps is a branch of the U.S.
military, established on November 10, 1775, tasked
with conducting amphibious and expeditionary warfare,
providing rapid-response power projection from the
sea, and serving as a versatile, elite force for
national security missions worldwide.
4:17:36 PM
MR. WHITT moved to slide 3, History, and discussed the
following:
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In 1775, The Second Continental Congress commissioned
innkeeper and former Quaker Samuel Nicholas to raise
two battalions of Continental Marines. Tun Tavern,
managed by Robert Mullan, became the chief recruiting
location for the Marines and Robert Mullen, the
taverns manager, became the "chief Marine Recruiter"
4:18:47 PM
MR. WHITT moved to slide 4, and discussed the following:
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Father Of Marine Corps
Samuel Nicholas is considered the "Father of the
Marine Corps." As the first commissioned officer of
the Continental Marines, appointed on November 28,
1775, by the Second Continental Congress, he played a
pivotal role in establishing and leading the Marine
Corps during the American Revolutionary War,
organizing its initial recruitment and operations
4:19:24 PM
MR. WHITT moved to slide 5, and discussed the mission of the
Marine Corp:
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Make Marines
•Win Battles
•Create Quality Citizens
Mission Accomplishment is the Foundation of our
reputation
4:19:52 PM
MR. WHITT moved to slide 6 and discussed the following:
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Every Marine A Riflemen
• All Marines are basic riflemen first, regardless
of specialty.
• 25 percent of enlisted recruit training is
dedicated to rifle marksmanship
• TBS trains officers to be infantry platoon
commanders
• Our history is full of examples of pilots,
logisticians, & administrators assigned infantry
duties.
4:20:11 PM
MR. WHITT moved to slide 7, and discussed the following:
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170,000
In 2024, The USMC has active-duty members
33,000
Personnel in reserve.
4:20:21 PM
MR. WHITT moved to slide 8, and discussed the following:
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How To Observe Marine Corps Birthday
Visit the Marine Corps War Memorial
• The iconic statue, located between Arlington,
Virginia, and Washington, D.C., depicts six
Marines raising a U.S. flag on a mountaintop
during the Battle of Iwo Jima.
Reach out to a Marine
• Reach out to them and remind them how you
appreciate the hard work they have done for their
country.
Get together with your old Corps buddies
• Try to organize a gathering with your fellow
Marines to catch up and collectively appreciate
your time served.
4:21:28 PM
MR. WHITT moved to slide 9, and discussed the following:
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A ball and a cake cutting ceremony
So thoroughly baked into the system of the Marine
Corps that it's written into the official manual is
the cake-cutting ceremony. Done with the same respect
for tradition and order as a 21 gun salute, the cake
cutting was formalized in the Drill Manual in 1956.
4:22:06 PM
MR. WHITT moved to slide 10, and discussed the following:
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Musical And Events
In addition to a fancy ball and cake cutting ceremony,
many birthdays have included a variety of battle
reenactments, pageants, musical performances, and even
sporting events.
4:22:13 PM
MR. WHITT moved to slide 11, and discussed the following:
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Reading of marine corps order 47
Marine Corps Order No. 47, Series 1921, issued by
Major General John A. Lejeune on November 1, 1921, is
traditionally read at every Marine Corps Birthday Ball
as part of the formal ceremony to honor the founding
of the Marine Corps on November 10, 1775. The order,
which summarizes the history, mission, and traditions
of the Corps, was directed to be read annually on
November 10 to every command, and this practice has
been consistently incorporated into the standardized
Birthday Ball celebrations, formalized by Commandant
Lemuel C. Shepherd Jr. in 1952.
4:22:40 PM
MR. WHITT moved to slide 12, and read the following:
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"This high name of distinction and soldierly repute we
who are Marines today have received from those who
preceded us in the corps. With it we have also
received from them the eternal spirit which has
animated our corps from generation to generation and
has been the distinguishing mark of the Marines in
every age. So long as that spirit continues to
flourish Marines will be found equal to every
emergency in the future as they have been in the past,
and the men of our Nation will regard us as worthy
successors to the long line of illustrious men who
have served as "Soldiers of the Sea" since the
founding of the Corps."
John A. Lejeune, Major General Commandant
4:23:48 PM
SENATOR GRAY-JACKSON expressed gratitude for the bravery and
dedication of the Marine Corps, noting their personal connection
through an ex-husband who served, and voiced strong support for
the resolution.
4:24:24 PM
CHAIR KAWASAKI asked why HCR 6 does not include the Army and
Navy since these branches were established before the Marine
Corp at the Continental Congress.
4:24:50 PM
MR. WHITT replied that, while he could not speak for the
sponsor, she did instructed her staff that the resolution would
be central to the Marine Corp and that other branches of
service, if represented in the building, would do likewise.
CHAIR KAWASAKI quipped that some members may have dropped the
ball.
4:25:21 PM
SENATOR YUNDT conjectured that the focus on the Marines might
relate to the branch's 250th birthday.
4:25:31 PM
MR. WHITT opined that with the semiquincentennial, many military
branches are celebrating anniversaries as most were established
around the same time.
4:26:02 PM
CHAIR KAWASAKI held HCR 6 in committee.
| Document Name | Date/Time | Subjects |
|---|---|---|
| Public Testimony Opposing HB 17 SA.pdf |
SSTA 5/13/2025 3:30:00 PM SSTA 5/15/2025 3:30:00 PM |
HB 17 |
| USAG Alaska comment on Senate Bill 188 29SEP2025.pdf |
SSTA 5/15/2025 3:30:00 PM |
SB 188 Opposition |