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James Risch (R-ID)

A resolution welcoming Their Majesties King Charles III and Queen Camilla of the United Kingdom to the United States on the occasion of His Majesty's address to a joint meeting of Congress, and recognizing the historic global significance of the United States-United Kingdom relationship.

S.Res. 697 · Senate resolution International Affairs

A Republican resolution with 17 Democratic cosponsors · See all 32 cosponsors

Last activity — Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S2076-2077; text: CR S2086)

Adopted

The chamber formally agreed to it, and for a resolution that is the finish line: what it says is now officially the chamber's position, rule or tribute.

Nothing more is needed. A resolution is how a chamber speaks for itself or sets its own rules, so adopting it is what puts it into effect. It is not a law, so there is nothing for the President to sign.

Its path through Congress

  1. Introduced
  2. Officially Recorded
  3. Adopted by the Senate unanimous consent

A Senate resolution is the Senate speaking for itself: stating a position, honouring someone, or setting its own rules. Adopting it is the whole process. Once the Senate agrees to it, it is officially the Senate's word; it is not a law, so the House and the President have no part in it.

The Senate by unanimous consent (no one objected, so there was no vote): no senator's position on it was recorded.

What this bill would do

This resolution welcomes King Charles III and Queen Camilla of the United Kingdom on their official state visit to the United States. The visit coincides with the King's address to a joint meeting of Congress and the 250th anniversary of United States independence. The Senate aims to recognize the historic global significance of the relationship between the United States and the United Kingdom. Furthermore, the resolution reaffirms the strong partnership between the two nations to protect common values and interests. Finally, it encourages increased cooperation on strategic security matters in Europe and the Indo-Pacific.

Yes· 3 of 6

  • Scored +5

    Does this strengthen ties with allied countries?

    The resolution reaffirms the strong, historic, and enduring partnership between the United States and the United Kingdom.

  • Scored +1

    Does this increase the pay, pensions or support veterans receive?

    The resolution highlights the long-standing military and security partnership between the two nations.

  • Scored +1

    Does this make trade with other countries easier?

    The resolution highlights the technology prosperity deal as a means to deepen scientific and industrial cooperation.

The opposite

No question was scored the opposite.