Bill
HR 1357
H.R. 1357 formally honors Sgt. Maj. Jesse Chargualaf’s service and records the House’s condolences, with ceremonial recognition in the Congressional Record.
Purpose
- H.R. 1357 is a commemorative resolution expressing the House of Representatives’ recognition and condolences following the death of retired U.S. Army Sergeant Major Jesse Chargualaf. Its primary intent is to honor his military service and to record the House’s respect and sympathy.
Key provisions
- Officially commemorates the life and service of Sergeant Major Jesse Chargualaf.
- Expresses the condolences of the House to his family, friends, and community.
- Directs that the resolution be included in the Congressional Record and that an enrolled copy be transmitted to his family (or similar customary commemorative actions common to memorial resolutions).
Who is affected
- The resolution is symbolic; it primarily affects the memory and public record regarding Sgt. Maj. Jesse Chargualaf and provides formal congressional recognition to his survivors and community.
- There is no change to law, funding, federal policy, or entitlements; no direct legal or financial effect on federal agencies or third parties.
Procedural and timeline information
- Introduced in the House: February 13, 2025.
- Referred to: Committee on Education and the Workforce and, additionally, the Committee on Ways and Means (for any jurisdictional provisions).
- Filed: May 25, 2025.
- Consideration: Rules were suspended and the measure was adopted on May 26, 2025.
- Status: Reported enrolled (final enrolled text prepared following House adoption).
- Related measure: H.R. 1895 is listed as a companion bill.
Sponsorship and support
- Primary sponsor: Rep. Michael R. Turner.
- Broad bipartisan cosponsorship from Representatives across parties (a large bipartisan list is attached to the resolution), indicating cross-party agreement on the commemorative measure.
Significance/impact
- H.R. 1357 is a non-binding, honorary resolution that serves to formally recognize Sgt. Maj. Chargualaf’s service and to record the House’s condolences. It is primarily ceremonial and historical in nature, ensuring the recognition appears in the Congressional Record and that the House’s sympathies are formally transmitted.
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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