The purpose of this resolution is to honor the USS Massachusetts (SSN-798), a Virginia Class nuclear submarine, and its crew on the occasion of its commissioning on March 28, 2026. This event marks a significant moment in naval history, especially for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, which has a long-standing connection to the U.S. Navy. Key provisions of the resolution include a recognition of the historical significance of the USS Massachusetts (SSN-798) as the eighth vessel to carry this name.