Florida Senate Bill S1900

Florida 2025 Regular Session

• Introduced: 4/24/25
• Passed: 4/28/25

Caption

United States Army Command Sergeant Major Shane W. Shorter

Summary

Senate Resolution 1900 is a ceremonial resolution that recognizes and honors United States Army Command Sergeant Major Shane W. Shorter for his military service and contributions to Florida and the nation. The resolution highlights his long Army career beginning in 1988, his Special Forces training and assignments, his leadership roles, and his military awards and badges. It also notes his current role as Command Senior Enlisted Leader of the United States Special Operations Command (USSOCOM) at MacDill Air Force Base in Tampa. The resolution further acknowledges Shorter’s work with Florida’s federally elected officials to assist in recovery efforts after Hurricanes Helene and Milton in 2024. It directs that a copy of the resolution be presented to him as a formal expression of the Florida Senate’s appreciation. The measure does not create or amend substantive law; it is a commemorative Senate resolution honoring an individual and his service.

Impact

This resolution has no direct effect on Florida statutes, regulations, or agency authority. Its impact is symbolic and ceremonial, using the Senate’s formal recognition to commend a military leader associated with MacDill Air Force Base and USSOCOM. The only practical effect is the presentation of the enrolled resolution to Command Sergeant Major Shorter as a public acknowledgment of his service and disaster-recovery assistance.

Sentiment

The sentiment surrounding the resolution is strongly positive and appreciative. The text is entirely laudatory, emphasizing military achievement, leadership, decorations, and public service, and there is no indication of opposition or controversy in the available record. No committee discussion or votes are provided, but the resolution’s tone suggests broad ceremonial support.

Contention

There are no notable points of contention in the bill text or available legislative history. Because this is a recognition resolution rather than a policy bill, there are no disputed fiscal, legal, or regulatory issues. The only substantive factual emphasis is on Shorter’s military career and his assistance with hurricane recovery efforts, both presented as reasons for honor rather than as matters of debate.