The resolution calls on 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, making the deceased eligible for inclusion on the memorial according to existing laws.

The resolution emphasizes the importance of recognizing the sacrifices made by these sailors and urges the appropriate legislative action to ensure their names are honored on the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Wall. It also mandates that copies of the resolution be sent to key government officials, including the President and members of Congress, to advocate for this recognition.