Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH)
A resolution reaffirming the importance of the United States promoting the safety, health, and well-being of refugees and displaced persons in the United States and around the world.
A Democratic resolution with 25 Democratic cosponsors · See all 27 cosponsors
Last activity — Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S2897-2899)
In committee
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Its path through Congress
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- In Committee
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What this bill would do
S. Res. 775 is a resolution reaffirming the commitment of the United States to support the safety, health, and well-being of refugees and displaced persons globally and domestically. The resolution highlights the current global displacement crisis and criticizes the suspension of the United States Refugee Admissions Program. It calls for the restoration of asylum protections and the lifting of the refugee admissions ban. Additionally, it urges various government secretaries and the U.S. Ambassador to the UN to lead humanitarian efforts and support the UNHCR. The goal is to restore fair and humane policies for those fleeing war and persecution.
Yes· 3 of 28
- Scored +9
Would immigrants be better off under this?
Strongly advocates for the rights, safety, and resettlement of refugees and asylum seekers.
- Scored +8
Does this make it easier for immigrants already here to become citizens?
Calls for the restoration of the Refugee Admissions Program and asylum protections.
- Scored +7
Would women be better off under this?
Focuses on protecting women and girls from gender-based violence and trafficking.
The opposite
- Scored -2
Does this reduce what the federal government spends?
The resolution calls for increased humanitarian and development assistance.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Restoration of Asylum Protections: Reaffirming the Refugee Act of 1980 helps ensure that refugees have access to due process and protections at the U.S. border (Section 4).
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Resumption of Refugee Admissions: Lifting the indefinite suspension of the United States Refugee Admissions Program would allow stranded refugees, including those already vetted and approved, to resettle in the U.S. (Section 6).
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Support for Vulnerable Groups: The resolution emphasizes protecting populations facing gender-based violence, torture, human trafficking, and persecution of religious minorities (Section 7A).
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Aid for Host Countries: Increasing humanitarian and development assistance to frontline host countries helps alleviate pressure on those nations that absorb the majority of the world's refugees (Section 7D).
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Disability Services: Addressing barriers for refugees with disabilities through accessible infrastructure and social protection schemes would benefit those with specific physical or mental needs (Section 7H).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
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Impact of Current Policies: The text notes that Executive Order 14163, which suspended refugee admissions, puts the lives of refugees from places like Iran, Afghanistan, Burma, Sudan, and Somalia at risk (Whereas clause regarding Executive Order 14163).
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Budgetary Cuts: Reductions in U.S. foreign assistance have led to decreased food rations in refugee camps, which threatens to destabilize fragile situations for those abroad (Whereas clause regarding foreign assistance cuts).
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Restrictive Admissions: The current prioritization of Afrikaners from South Africa for over 95 percent of arrivals excludes other refugees who are most in need of protection (Whereas clause regarding Presidential Determination).
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Program Failures: The failure to implement the Lautenberg-Specter Program leaves religious minorities in Iran and the former Soviet Union without a way to be screened and admitted (Whereas clause regarding Lautenberg-Specter Program).
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Tap or hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Would immigrants be better off under this? — Strongly advocates for the rights, safety, and resettlement of refugees and asylum seekers. Would LGBTQ people be better off under this? — Explicitly advocates for the protection and resettlement of LGBTQI+ refugees. Would people with disabilities be better off under this? — Calls for removal of barriers and provision of disability-related services for refugees. Would women be better off under this? — Focuses on protecting women and girls from gender-based violence and trafficking. Would children be better off under this? — Focuses on the education and protection of refugee children. Would people in middle age be better off under this? — Supports resettlement and employment for displaced adults. Would students be better off under this? — Advocates for the education of refugee children and displaced persons. Would people in their twenties and thirties be better off under this? — Provides hope and legal pathways for displaced young people. Would households on low incomes be better off under this? — Increases global humanitarian aid and support for the most vulnerable. Would men be better off under this? — Provides protection and resettlement for displaced men. Would people over 65 be better off under this? — Provides humanitarian protections for elderly refugees. Would business owners be better off under this? — Refugees are noted to support local commerce and fill labor demands.
- Social Issues And Justice
- Does this make it easier for immigrants already here to become citizens? — Calls for the restoration of the Refugee Admissions Program and asylum protections. Does this protect the freedom to practise a religion? — Calls for the implementation of the Lautenberg-Specter Program for persecuted religious minorities. Does this expand the rights of people with disabilities? — Calls for accessible infrastructure and social protection schemes for refugees with disabilities. Does this expand the rights of LGBTQ people? — Explicitly supports the global resettlement and protection of LGBTQI+ refugees. Does this narrow the gap between how men and women are treated? — Focuses on protecting women and girls from sexual violence, exploitation, and trafficking. Is this likely to lift people out of poverty? — Aims to provide lifesaving assistance and livelihoods to displaced populations. Does this narrow racial gaps in how people are treated? — Advocates for refugee protection regardless of race or ethnicity. Is this likely to reduce homelessness? — Focuses on the resettlement and housing of refugees fleeing conflict.
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Does this send more money or help to other countries? — Calls for increased humanitarian and development assistance to frontline host countries. Does this favour talking over confrontation abroad? — Encourages working with the international community to find solutions to conflicts. Does this strengthen ties with allied countries? — Urges the U.S. to strengthen leadership and solidarity with the international community and UNHCR.
- Governance And Ideology
- Does this protect the right to fair treatment by the courts? — Explicitly calls for full due process for noncitizens, including refugees, before deportation.
- Healthcare
- Does this make health care easier to get in general? — Aims to promote the safety and health of refugees and displaced persons globally. Does this make mental health care easier to get? — Calls for addressing barriers for refugees with disabilities, including mental health needs.
- Economy And Finance
- Is this likely to grow the economy? — It cites the significant tax revenue contributed by refugees to the U.S. economy. Is this likely to create jobs? — The bill notes that refugees join the workforce and help address labor demand in critical industries. Does this reduce what the federal government spends? — The resolution calls for increased humanitarian and development assistance.
- 6/17/2026
- Submitted in Senate
- Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S2897-2899)
- 27 Cosponsors added.
3 bills Congress.gov lists as related to this one — companions in the other chamber, earlier versions, and bills this one absorbed or was folded into.
- 119-HRES-533: Reaffirming the importance of the United States promoting the safety, health, and well-being of refugees and displaced persons in the United States and around the world.
- 119-HRES-1375: Reaffirming the importance of the United States promoting the safety, health, and well-being of refugees and displaced persons in the United States and around the world.
- 119-SRES-287: A resolution reaffirming the importance of the United States promoting the safety, health, and well-being of refugees and displaced persons in the United States and around the world.
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Richard DurbinDemocrat · Illinois
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John FettermanDemocrat · Pennsylvania
John HickenlooperDemocrat · Colorado
Mazie HironoDemocrat · Hawaii
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Angus KingIndependent · Maine
Timothy KaineDemocrat · Virginia
Edward MarkeyDemocrat · Massachusetts
Patty MurrayDemocrat · Washington
Christopher MurphyDemocrat · Connecticut
Jeff MerkleyDemocrat · Oregon
Alex PadillaDemocrat · California
John ReedDemocrat · Rhode Island
Jacky RosenDemocrat · Nevada
Bernie SandersIndependent · Vermont
Adam SchiffDemocrat · California
Brian SchatzDemocrat · Hawaii
Chris Van HollenDemocrat · Maryland
Ron WydenDemocrat · Oregon
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Peter WelchDemocrat · Vermont
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