The House concurrent resolution designates April 18, 2025, as USS VERMONT (SSN 792) Day in Vermont, commemorating the commissioning of the U.S. submarine USS VERMONT on April 18, 2020. This vessel is the third to bear the name of the state and is currently deployed in the Western Pacific, enhancing military cooperation with allies in South Korea and Japan. The USS VERMONT plays a significant role in the AUKUS Trilateral Security Partnership and has been recognized for its operational excellence, receiving the 2024 Squadron One Battle Readiness Award and other accolades for its crew's performance in various readiness categories.
The resolution highlights the pride and honor the officers and crew of the USS VERMONT take in representing Vermont, as evidenced by their incorporation of state lore and motto into their insignia. The General Assembly's resolution also directs the Secretary of State to send a copy of the resolution to the Commanding Officer of the USS VERMONT and the USS VERMONT Support Group, ensuring that the recognition of this day is formally communicated to those associated with the submarine.