Gillibrand Announces Resolution Commemorating 25Th Anniversary Of September 11, 2001 Terror Attacks

New York, NY – Today, on the 25th anniversary of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks, U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand led a group of her colleagues in announcing a Senate resolution honoring the victims, first responders, and survivors of 9/11, as well as the service members who defended the United States in the aftermath. The resolution pays tribute to the 2,977 individuals killed in Lower Manhattan, at the Pentagon, and in Shanksville, Pennsylvania. It also honors the 343 firefighters, 72 law enforcement officers, 8 emergency medical technicians and paramedics, and 55 military personnel at the Pentagon who sacrificed their lives responding to the attacks, alongside the passengers and crew of United Airlines Flight 93. The resolution also recognizes the charitable foundations, nonprofit organizations, labor organizations, faith-based organizations, and community groups that have faithfully served survivors and families of victims.

“Twenty-five years ago, our nation experienced tragedy, but in our darkest hour, we saw the extraordinary courage and resilience of the American people,” said Senator Gillibrand. “As we mark 25 years since September 11, 2001, we owe it to the victims, the heroes who ran into the burning towers, and the military personnel who answered the call to serve to ensure their sacrifices are never forgotten. This resolution reaffirms our commitment to standing with survivors and their families, supporting the programs that continue to provide critical care, and vowing to never forget.” 

Throughout her time in Congress, Senator Gillibrand has continuously advocated for 9/11 first responders and survivors, championing major federal efforts to secure permanent healthcare and financial compensation. She led the passage of the James Zadroga 9/11 Health and Compensation Act of 2010 to establish the World Trade Center Health Program (WTCHP) and reopen the Victim Compensation Fund (VCF). She also spearheaded the passage of long-term protections for the 9/11 community with the James Zadroga 9/11 Health and Compensation Reauthorization Act to extend the WTCHP through 2090, co-authored the Never Forget the Heroes Act of 2019 to permanently fund the VCF, and led legislative fixes to stabilize the WTCHP’s budget formula, ensuring that over 140,000 enrolled responders and survivors maintain access to specialized care and benefits.

In addition to Senator Gillibrand, the resolution is cosponsored by Senators Andy Kim (D-NJ), Richard Blumenthal (D-CT), Chris Murphy (D-CT), Tim Kaine (D-VA), John Fetterman (D-PA), and Mark Warner (D-VA).

The resolution can be read HERE.