The resolution urges the 119th Congress to include the names of the 74 crew members who lost their lives aboard the U.S.S. Frank E. Evans on the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Wall. The U.S.S. Frank E. Evans collided with the HMAS Melbourne during Operation Sea Spirit on June 3, 1969, resulting in the deaths of sailors, including two from North Dakota. The resolution highlights that the ship was engaged in combat support missions and would have returned to such operations after the training exercise, thus qualifying the deceased for inclusion on the memorial according to existing laws.

The resolution calls for action from Congress to recognize the sacrifice of these sailors by adding their names to the memorial, which honors those who served in the Vietnam War. It also mandates that a copy of the resolution be sent to key government officials, including the President and congressional leaders, to advocate for this recognition.