Nonbinding resolution urges naming a Navy aircraft carrier for Doris "Dorie" Miller
In committeeH.R. 10817Latest action
Sponsor: Debbie Dingell · Representative · MI
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Official title: U.S.S. Doris Miller Act of 2026
119th Congress
Introduced:
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The bill states Congress's opinion that a Navy aircraft carrier should be named "Doris Miller"; it does not require the Navy to act.
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What does this do?
This bill is a statement of opinion from Congress, not a law that orders anything. It says the Secretary of the Navy should name a U.S. Navy aircraft carrier the "Doris Miller" to honor Doris "Dorie" Miller. The Navy already announced in 2020 that it planned to name a future Ford-class carrier after him.
Who does it affect?
The bill is addressed to the Secretary of the Navy and mainly affects the Navy. It would have no direct effect on the daily lives of most Americans.
Why does it matter?
Because it only expresses the , it would not require the Navy to do anything or change any rules. Most of its text describes Miller's record, including his actions at Pearl Harbor and his Navy Cross.
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Based on the “Introduced in House” text of Oct 15, 2026.
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Where does it stand?
- IntroducedOct 15, 2026
- House committeeYou are here · Oct 15, 2026
- House vote
- Senate
- The president's desk
Right now: a House committee is reviewing it. If the Senate changes it, it goes back to the House before reaching the president.
Latest action: — Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.